Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Big Rapids.
Updated July 2026
Big Rapids, MI has 12 licensed assisted living homes (123 beds, averaging 10.3 per home). It sits in Newaygo County, a moderate RAL market scoring 6.2/10, with 4,020 seniors 75+ growing 9.0%.
Licensed homes
12
Big Rapids
Licensed beds
123
total
Avg home size
10.3 beds
per home
County opportunity
6.2/10
Moderate
The Big Rapids assisted living market
Big Rapids has 12 licensed assisted living homes totaling 123 beds — an average of 10.3 beds per home, skewing toward small residential (RAL-style) homes. As part of Newaygo County, it draws on a 75+ population of 4,020 growing 9.0%, with a senior median income of $47,167. See the full Newaygo County market or all Michigan top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Big Rapids, MI?
Big Rapids has 12 licensed assisted living homes with about 123 total beds.
Is Big Rapids a good place to open an assisted living home?
Big Rapids is in Newaygo County, which scores 6.2/10 (Moderate) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 9.0%. Current local supply is 12 homes.
What county is Big Rapids in?
Big Rapids is in Newaygo County, Michigan.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Michigan 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.