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Page Reviewed / Updated – May 25, 2023

New Iberia offers a wide range of recreational and cultural amenities, health care options and long-term care communities. Of the city’s 29,000 residents, about 15% are aged 65 and over, creating a demand for residential long-term care services.
Weather in New Iberia is warm throughout the year, with daytime temperatures ranging from 62 to 92 degrees, which may make the city an attractive option for seniors sensitive to cold temperatures. The city has reliable transportation services specifically for seniors and a low cost of living, creating an age-friendly environment for retirees.
The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living communities in New Iberia charge $3,850 per month. This rate is slightly higher than the state average of $3,748, but it offers significant monthly savings over the national norm of $4,500. It’s affordable compared to several other cities in the southern part of Louisiana, including Houma, where communities charge $4,800 for care, and Lake Charles, where rates come in at $4,000. Local care costs are $950 higher than rates in Alexandria, where seniors pay $2,900 for residential services.
Note: Data for New Iberia was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lafayette, was used instead.
Read on to learn about some of the most highly rated assisted living communities in and around New Iberia.