In-Home Care · Florida

In-Home Care Costs in Florida — Expected Price Range & Breakdown

In Florida, most in-home care projects cost between $15.00 and $50.00 per hour, with a typical price near $25.00. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.

Typical in-home care cost

$15.00 – $50.00

per hour · typical $25.00

A general planning range, not a quotation.

In-home care cost breakdown

  • Home care aide (non-medical)$15.00 – $30.00typical $22.00
  • Home health aide (medical)$20.00 – $35.00typical $28.00
  • Live-in care (24-hour)$200 – $400typical $300

At a glance

  • Typical range$15.00 – $50.00
  • Unitper hour
  • Cities covered121

What In-Home Care costs

Costs cover non-medical assistance with daily activities like bathing, meal prep, and light housekeeping, or more skilled nursing care. Rates depend on whether you hire through an agency (higher) or independently (lower). Hourly minimums and overnight care also affect total cost.

By city in Florida

Frequently asked questions

What is the average monthly cost of in-home care?
Full-time (40 hrs/week) costs $2,500–$5,000/month nationally, but can exceed $10,000 in high-cost areas. Part-time is cheaper.
What factors drive in-home care costs?
Level of care needed, geographic location, agency vs. independent hire, and whether you need overnight or live-in care. Specialized skills like dementia care raise rates.
How can I reduce in-home care costs?
Hire independently, share a caregiver with a neighbor, use part-time help, or leverage Medicare/Medicaid if eligible. Some long-term care insurance policies cover in-home care.