Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Kelso.
Updated July 2026
Kelso, WA has 5 licensed assisted living homes (64 beds, averaging 12.8 per home). It sits in Cowlitz County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.9/10, with 9,063 seniors 75+ growing 12.9%.
Licensed homes
5
Kelso
Licensed beds
64
total
Avg home size
12.8 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.9/10
Strong
The Kelso assisted living market
Kelso has 5 licensed assisted living homes totaling 64 beds — an average of 12.8 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Cowlitz County, it draws on a 75+ population of 9,063 growing 12.9%, with a senior median income of $54,222. See the full Cowlitz County market or all Washington top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Kelso, WA?
Kelso has 5 licensed assisted living homes with about 64 total beds.
Is Kelso a good place to open an assisted living home?
Kelso is in Cowlitz County, which scores 7.9/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 12.9%. Current local supply is 5 homes.
What county is Kelso in?
Kelso is in Cowlitz County, Washington.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Washington 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.