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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 46 assisted living communities in Bowie, MD using MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MD

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Jordan Weiss, PhD

Last updated

Jul 2026

We analyzed

46 homes

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Avg Walk Score: 27/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Bowie, MD. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 25The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Bowie, MD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Brookdale Woodward Estates	AL	Bowie (Bowie Town Center)	100 Facility 100 MD AVG 42 Rank #109 / 685	No	27 Facility 27 MD AVG 43 Rank #668 / 985	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	27 Facility 27 MD AVG 21 Rank #62 / 210	-	31% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	69% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	29% White Residents — State Benchmarked 29% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A lower White share than the Maryland average — the community may draw a more diverse resident mix relative to other facilities in Maryland.	69% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 69% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A higher African American share than the typical Maryland average — useful context when comparing cultural fit and community composition.	2% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (2%).	10% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 10% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	49% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 49% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities.	33% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 33% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.	6% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community.
Arbor Terrace at Waugh Chapel	AL MC	Gambrills (Waugh Chapel Towne Centre)	96 Facility 96 MD AVG 42 Rank #131 / 685	Yes	47 Facility 47 MD AVG 43 Rank #459 / 985	-	4 Facility 4 MD AVG 21 Rank #195 / 210	A+	30% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 30% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (70% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	70% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 70% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	86% White Residents — State Benchmarked 86% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data.	12% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 12% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.	3% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 3% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (1%), Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (1%).	10% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 10% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	43% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 43% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities.	39% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 39% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm.	8% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community.
Charter Senior Living of Bowie	AL MC RC	Bowie (Laurel Bowie Road)	52 Facility 52 MD AVG 42 Rank #209 / 685	Yes	30 Facility 30 MD AVG 43 Rank #627 / 985	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	26 Facility 26 MD AVG 21 Rank #77 / 210	-	21% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 21% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (79% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	79% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 79% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	52% White Residents — State Benchmarked 52% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A lower White share than the Maryland average — the community may draw a more diverse resident mix relative to other facilities in Maryland.	46% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 46% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A higher African American share than the typical Maryland average — useful context when comparing cultural fit and community composition.	2% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: American Indian (2%).	-	-	83% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 83% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.	17% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 17% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Tribute at Melford	AL MC	Bowie (Melford Boulevard)	140 Facility 140 MD AVG 42 Rank #49 / 685	Yes	17 Facility 17 MD AVG 43 Rank #766 / 985	Studio / 1 Bed	5 Facility 5 MD AVG 21 Rank #184 / 210	-	32% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 32% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (68% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	68% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 68% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	24% White Residents — State Benchmarked 24% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A lower White share than the Maryland average — the community may draw a more diverse resident mix relative to other facilities in Maryland.	58% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 58% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A higher African American share than the typical Maryland average — useful context when comparing cultural fit and community composition.	18% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 18% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Mixed Race (10%), Asian (4%), Hispanic (4%).	16% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 16% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living.	26% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 26% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.	36% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 36% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.	18% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Arcadia of Crofton II	AL HOS MC NH RC SNF	Gambrills	16 Facility 16 MD AVG 42 Rank #246 / 685	No	21 Facility 21 MD AVG 43 Rank #731 / 985	-	5 Facility 5 MD AVG 21 Rank #184 / 210	-	36% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 36% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (64% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	64% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 64% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Closer to an even gender split than most assisted living facilities, which typically have 65–75% female residents.	100% White Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.	7% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 7% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	36% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 36% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs.	29% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 29% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.	29% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 29% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities.
Caring Hearts & Hands Assisted Living	AL RESC	Bowie (Idlewild)	8 Facility 8 MD AVG 42 Rank #301 / 685	Yes	41 Facility 41 MD AVG 43 Rank #508 / 985	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	22 Facility 22 MD AVG 21 Rank #105 / 210	A+	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Harmony at Enterprise	AL IL MC	Bowie	102 Facility 102 MD AVG 42 Rank #104 / 685	Yes	7 Facility 7 MD AVG 43 Rank #876 / 985	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
House of Grace	AL HOS	Bowie	8 Facility 8 MD AVG 42 Rank #301 / 685	No	49 Facility 49 MD AVG 43 Rank #431 / 985	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Castles of Love Assisted Living at Bowie	AL PC	Bowie	-	No	29 Facility 29 MD AVG 43 Rank #638 / 985	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	27 Facility 27 MD AVG 21 Rank #62 / 210	A+	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
New Horizon AL at Pointer Ridge Drive	AL	Bowie	-	No	41 Facility 41 MD AVG 43 Rank #508 / 985	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Nhyira Haven Assisted Living	AL	Bowie	8 Facility 8 MD AVG 42 Rank #301 / 685	No	33 Facility 33 MD AVG 43 Rank #597 / 985	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Miracle Hands Care Services Assisted Living – Bowie	AL	Bowie	-	No	36 Facility 36 MD AVG 43 Rank #563 / 985	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
New Horizon AL at Heming Lane	AL	Bowie (Essington)	-	No	36 Facility 36 MD AVG 43 Rank #563 / 985	Private / Shared Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sunlife Assisted Living	AL NH	Bowie	-	No	35 Facility 35 MD AVG 43 Rank #583 / 985	Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Clara’s Place I	AL	Turn Bowie (Yorktown)	8 Facility 8 MD AVG 42 Rank #301 / 685	No	7 Facility 7 MD AVG 43 Rank #876 / 985	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these assisted living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

Includes
Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

Includes
Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

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What is the average cost of assisted living in Bowie, MD?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Bowie, MD is approximately $5,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Bowie, MD?

Assisted living in Bowie, MD typically ranges from $5,300–$7,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Bowie, MD?

Assisted living facilities in Bowie, MD typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maryland?

Assisted living in Maryland supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maryland?

Assisted living in Maryland is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Maryland Medicaid cover assisted living?

Maryland Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Maryland) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

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