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Sober Living Cost Estimator
Wondering what sober living will cost? Choose your state, level of care, and room type to get an estimated monthly range — then see real homes and real prices near you.
Select your state above to see an estimated monthly cost range.
What Drives the Cost of Sober Living
Sober living costs vary enormously — from a few hundred dollars a month in the Midwest to several thousand in California or New York. Three things drive the price: location (local real estate), level of care (from peer-run homes to those with licensed clinical staff), and room type (shared rooms cost far less than private). What the fee includes — utilities, drug testing, meals, transportation — also shapes the real value.
This estimator gives you a realistic starting range so you can plan. For a deeper breakdown by state and level of care, and for ways to make sober living affordable, see our complete guide to sober living costs. When you are ready to compare real homes with real prices, browse verified sober living homes near you.
Cost should never be the only reason to skip help. If you or someone you know is in a substance use crisis, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-4357 — free, confidential, 24/7.
Sober Living Cost FAQ
How much does sober living cost per month?
Sober living typically ranges from about $300–$700 per month in lower-cost states for peer-run homes, up to $2,000–$4,000+ per month for high-structure homes with clinical staff in expensive markets like California and New York. Cost depends mainly on your state, the level of care, and whether you have a shared or private room.
What affects the price of sober living?
The biggest factors are location (local real estate costs), level of care (from peer-run to clinically staffed), and room type (shared rooms cost less than private). What is included — utilities, drug testing, meals, and transportation — also affects the real value of a given price.
Is this estimate accurate for my city?
It is a ballpark based on typical ranges by state, care level, and room type. Prices vary significantly by city and by individual home, so always confirm the exact monthly cost and what it includes directly with each home before committing.
How can I afford sober living?
Options include insurance (when a home is tied to a licensed clinical provider), state or Medicaid assistance in some states, scholarship beds at nonprofit homes, and work-exchange arrangements. Our full cost guide covers ways to make sober living affordable.