Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Evanston.
Updated September 2026
Evanston, IL has 6 licensed assisted living homes (375 beds, averaging 62.5 per home). It sits in Cook County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.5/10, with 339,966 seniors 75+ growing 6.5%.
Licensed homes
6
Evanston
Licensed beds
375
total
Avg home size
62.5 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.5/10
Strong
The Evanston assisted living market
Evanston has 6 licensed assisted living homes totaling 375 beds — an average of 62.5 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Cook County, it draws on a 75+ population of 339,966 growing 6.5%, with a senior median income of $56,774. See the full Cook County market or all Illinois top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Evanston, IL?
Evanston has 6 licensed assisted living homes with about 375 total beds.
Is Evanston a good place to open an assisted living home?
Evanston is in Cook County, which scores 7.5/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 6.5%. Current local supply is 6 homes.
What county is Evanston in?
Evanston is in Cook County, Illinois.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Illinois licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-09. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.