Michigan vs New Hampshire: Senior Care Cost Comparison (2026)
Side-by-side comparison of nursing home, assisted living, and home care costs.
Which State is More Affordable for Senior Care?
Michigan has lower nursing home costs by $2,813/month ($33,756/year). Over 5 years, that's a difference of $168,780.
Detailed Cost Comparison
| Care Type | Michigan | New Hampshire | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Home (Private) | $9,354/mo | $12,167/mo | $2,813 |
| Nursing Home (Semi-Private) | $8,517/mo | $11,135/mo | $2,618 |
| Assisted Living | $4,250/mo | $5,500/mo | $1,250 |
| Home Health Aide | $25.00/hr | $29.00/hr | $4.00 |
| Adult Day Care | $1,600/mo | $2,017/mo | $417 |
| Homemaker Services | $23.00/hr | $27.00/hr | $4.00 |
Annual Cost Comparison
Michigan Annual Costs
Nursing Home (Private)$112,248/yr
Assisted Living$51,000/yr
Home Health Aide (8hr/day)$52,800/yr
Adult Day Care$19,200/yr
New Hampshire Annual Costs
Nursing Home (Private)$146,004/yr
Assisted Living$66,000/yr
Home Health Aide (8hr/day)$61,248/yr
Adult Day Care$24,204/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which state has cheaper nursing homes: Michigan or New Hampshire?
Michigan has lower nursing home costs. Michigan averages $9,354/month while New Hampshire averages $12,167/month, a difference of $2,813/month.
How do assisted living costs compare between Michigan and New Hampshire?
Assisted living in Michigan costs $4,250/month compared to $5,500/month in New Hampshire.
What about home health aide costs?
Home health aides charge $25.00/hour in Michigan and $29.00/hour in New Hampshire.
Which state has better Medicaid coverage for senior care?
Both states offer Medicaid coverage for nursing home care. Michigan: Michigan Medicaid covers nursing homes. MI Choice waiver provides home and community-based services.... New Hampshire: New Hampshire Medicaid covers nursing facilities. Choices for Independence waiver for community care....
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Data verified March 2026 · Source: Genworth Cost of Care Survey