Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Detroit.
Updated July 2026
Detroit, MI has 189 licensed assisted living homes (1,253 beds, averaging 6.6 per home). It sits in Wayne County, a moderate RAL market scoring 6.9/10, with 114,981 seniors 75+ growing 4.3%.
Licensed homes
189
Detroit
Licensed beds
1,253
total
Avg home size
6.6 beds
per home
County opportunity
6.9/10
Moderate
The Detroit assisted living market
Detroit has 189 licensed assisted living homes totaling 1,253 beds — an average of 6.6 beds per home, skewing toward small residential (RAL-style) homes. As part of Wayne County, it draws on a 75+ population of 114,981 growing 4.3%, with a senior median income of $48,784. See the full Wayne County market or all Michigan top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Detroit, MI?
Detroit has 189 licensed assisted living homes with about 1,253 total beds.
Is Detroit a good place to open an assisted living home?
Detroit is in Wayne County, which scores 6.9/10 (Moderate) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 4.3%. Current local supply is 189 homes.
What county is Detroit in?
Detroit is in Wayne 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.