Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Merced.
Updated July 2026
Merced, CA has 11 licensed assisted living homes (279 beds, averaging 25.4 per home). It sits in Merced County, a moderate RAL market scoring 6.7/10, with 13,460 seniors 75+ growing 7.3%.
Licensed homes
11
Merced
Licensed beds
279
total
Avg home size
25.4 beds
per home
County opportunity
6.7/10
Moderate
The Merced assisted living market
Merced has 11 licensed assisted living homes totaling 279 beds — an average of 25.4 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Merced County, it draws on a 75+ population of 13,460 growing 7.3%, with a senior median income of $44,830. See the full Merced County market or all California top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Merced, CA?
Merced has 11 licensed assisted living homes with about 279 total beds.
Is Merced a good place to open an assisted living home?
Merced is in Merced County, which scores 6.7/10 (Moderate) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 7.3%. Current local supply is 11 homes.
What county is Merced in?
Merced is in Merced County, California.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the California licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.