Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Rapid City, SD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 15 assisted living communities in Rapid City, SD using SD Dept. of Health (DOH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in SD
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Avg Monthly Cost: $7,849The average monthly cost across facilities in Rapid City, SD. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 24/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Rapid City, SD. 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: 65The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Rapid City, SD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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

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

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City
AL
Rapid City
-No
10
Facility 10
SD AVG 42
Rank #134 / 148
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29
Facility 29
SD AVG 4
Rank #6 / 107
A+-
Good Samaritan Society- Echo Ridge
AL
IL
Rapid City
34
Facility 34
SD AVG 69
Rank #107 / 116
No--
1
Facility 1
SD AVG 4
Rank #14 / 107
-Lindsey Hixson
Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Rapid City
-Yes
21
Facility 21
SD AVG 42
Rank #111 / 148
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed---
Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Rapid City
-No
3
Facility 3
SD AVG 42
Rank #146 / 148
1 Bed / 2 Bed---
Fairmont Grand Manor
AL
MC
RC
Rapid City
-No
36
Facility 36
SD AVG 42
Rank #83 / 148
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every SD community we track that reports that metric, not just the 15 analyzed for Rapid City.

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Overview of Morningstar Assisted Living of Rapid City

Morningstar Assisted Living Community, situated in the heart of Rapid City, South Dakota, offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors requiring assistance with daily living tasks. Rather than a clinical facility, it provides a sense of home. The dedicated staff ensures personalized care while residents enjoy delicious meals.

Engaging activities foster a sense of family and belonging, making Morningstar Assisted Living a place where seniors thrive and find comfort in their golden years.

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society- Echo Ridge

Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge is a senior living community in Rapid City, South Dakota, offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, home care, and respite care. The 34-bed community is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit care organizations for older adults. As a relatively new community in the Rapid City market, it features modern residential spaces and updated care programming designed for adults aged 55 and older.

One- and two-bedroom floor plans are among the layouts available. Located near Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, the community has convenient access to medical services.

Amenities and services include a chapel, dining room, wellness center, guest accommodations, and shared community gathering spaces. A 24-hour emergency call system, an automatic fire sprinkler system, and smoke detection are also in place throughout the wheelchair-accessible building. Faith-based programming, volunteer opportunities, and religious services also reflect the mission and traditions of the Good Samaritan Society organization. Transportation services, fitness and recreational activities, caregiver support, and home-based services are also available through the broader affiliate network.

Dedicated to older adults age 55 and older in the Rapid City area, Good Samaritan Society – Echo Ridge is a strong option for those seeking a faith-centered community with multiple levels of care, modern amenities, transparent pricing, and access to a nationally recognized nonprofit support network.

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Overview of Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community

Peaceful Pines Senior Living Community offers an exceptional level of service for  independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Rapids, South Dakota. They boast a nurturing and stimulating atmosphere that contributes to the respected experience discovered; they proudly excel with their approach in having a seamless transition for every resident as they are a community that understands how unique their seniors are and may need specific care for every individual. Holland Village ensures that every senior residing in their community loves the place they live.

Peaceful Pines offers comprehensive services and amenities that include home-cooked meals, maintenance-free living, and housekeeping; social activities include gatherings at the movie theater, bistro cafe, courtyards, and billiards. 

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Overview of Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village

Good Samaritan Society-St Martin Village is a skilled nursing home in Rapid City, South Dakota, part of the well-established Good Samaritan Society, a name many families across the region have come to know over the years. The community is housed in a three-story building on Good Shepherd Way, offering both one-bed and two-bed room options. For families weighing nursing care in the area, that connection to a long-standing faith-based organization is often part of the appeal.

Daily life here centers on comprehensive nursing care paired with an all-inclusive approach to services. Residents receive home-cooked meals, housekeeping, and maintenance-free living, so the practical burdens of running a household are handled for them. Social life is woven into the setting through gatherings in the community room, dining room, and chapel, alongside wellness programs and religious services. An emergency response system adds a layer of day-to-day reassurance for residents and their families.

On the clinical side, nurse aides provide close to two hours of hands-on support per resident each day, with registered nurse coverage adding roughly an hour and a half more. That level of direct staffing is a meaningful signal of how much bedside attention residents can expect. The location sits in a quieter, car-dependent part of Rapid City, so visiting family will generally plan to drive, which also tends to mean a calmer residential setting away from heavier traffic.

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Overview of Fairmont Grand Manor

Fairmont Grand Manor is a two story senior living community at 409 East Fairlane Drive in Rapid City, South Dakota. Its defining feature is that three levels of care sit under one roof: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. For a family thinking ahead, that structure matters, because a resident’s needs can change over the years without forcing a move to an entirely new place.

The community also offers respite care, a short term option that gives a family caregiver a planned break while their loved one stays in a supported setting. Confirmed services here include transportation for residents heading to appointments and errands, along with fitness and recreation programming to help people stay active day to day.

The setting is convenient in a few practical ways. Fairmont Grand Manor sits roughly 0.73 miles from Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, which is reassuring for families weighing proximity to medical care, and about 2.7 miles from the city center. Walkability scores 36 out of 100, so the neighborhood is somewhat walkable while a car still earns its keep for most errands.

The strongest reason to look closely at Fairmont Grand Manor is that single address supporting independent living now and assisted living or memory care later, if and when that becomes necessary.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Rapid City, SD

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

Assisted living in South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

Assisted living in South Dakota 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 South Dakota Medicaid cover assisted living?

South Dakota Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including South Dakota) 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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 15 assisted living facilities in Rapid City, SD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Rapid City, SD?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Rapid City, SD, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Rapid City, SD?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.