Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Yelm.
Updated July 2026
Yelm, WA has 7 licensed assisted living homes (189 beds, averaging 27.0 per home). It sits in Thurston County, a strong RAL market scoring 7.9/10, with 22,053 seniors 75+ growing 24.6%.
Licensed homes
7
Yelm
Licensed beds
189
total
Avg home size
27.0 beds
per home
County opportunity
7.9/10
Strong
The Yelm assisted living market
Yelm has 7 licensed assisted living homes totaling 189 beds — an average of 27.0 beds per home, a mix of small homes and larger communities. As part of Thurston County, it draws on a 75+ population of 22,053 growing 24.6%, with a senior median income of $74,569. See the full Thurston County market or all Washington top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Yelm, WA?
Yelm has 7 licensed assisted living homes with about 189 total beds.
Is Yelm a good place to open an assisted living home?
Yelm is in Thurston County, which scores 7.9/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 24.6%. Current local supply is 7 homes.
What county is Yelm in?
Yelm is in Thurston 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.