Memory care typically includes housing, meals, 24-hour supervision, medication management, safety features, and specialized dementia care in the monthly rate. Monthly memory care costs by stateDepending on the state, the average cost of memory care ranges from about $5,250 to $11,314 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. Compare the average cost of memory care with other types of care below. A Place for MomMemory care offered within assisted living communitiesSome assisted living communities include dedicated memory care units, which can affect how memory care is priced. 12 questions to ask about memory care costsFamilies can ask the following questions so they can clearly understand what memory care costs are in their area and avoid surprises later on:1.