Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Wheat Ridge.
Updated July 2026
Wheat Ridge, CO has 13 licensed assisted living homes (357 beds, averaging 27.5 per home). It sits in Jefferson County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.8/10, with 40,298 seniors 75+ growing 12.5%.
Licensed homes
13
Wheat Ridge
Licensed beds
357
total
Avg home size
27.5 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.8/10
Strong
The Wheat Ridge assisted living market
Wheat Ridge has 13 licensed assisted living homes totaling 357 beds — an average of 27.5 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Jefferson County, it draws on a 75+ population of 40,298 growing 12.5%, with a senior median income of $75,925. See the full Jefferson County market or all Colorado top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Wheat Ridge has 13 licensed assisted living homes with about 357 total beds.
Is Wheat Ridge a good place to open an assisted living home?
Wheat Ridge is in Jefferson County, which scores 7.8/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 12.5%. Current local supply is 13 homes.
What county is Wheat Ridge in?
Wheat Ridge is in Jefferson County, Colorado.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Colorado 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.