Key Industry Insights
87%
of operators lack predictive analytics
Most communities rely on retrospective reporting, missing opportunities for proactive management.
15-25%
overtime reduction with analytics
Organizations using predictive staffing see significant overtime cost reductions.
2 weeks
staffing forecast horizon
Best-in-class operators forecast staffing needs at least 2 weeks ahead.
23%
falls reduction achievable
Data-driven falls prevention programs reduce incidents by up to 23%.
2025 Benchmark Data by Category
Compare your community's performance against industry standards across key operational areas.
Occupancy & Census
Average Occupancy Rate
National average for AL communities
87.2%
Target Occupancy
Industry best-in-class benchmark
92-95%
Average Length of Stay
Varies by acuity level
28 months
Move-out Rate (Annual)
Including transfers and deaths
35-40%
Staffing & Labor
Care Minutes PPD (Target)
For assisted living; higher for memory care
180-220 min
Caregiver to Resident Ratio
Day shift; varies by state requirements
1:8 to 1:12
Overtime as % of Total Hours
Best-in-class benchmark
<5%
Agency Hours as % of Total
Target for stable operations
<8%
Annual Turnover Rate
Industry challenge; top performers <35%
40-60%
Quality & Safety
Falls per 1,000 Resident Days
Industry range; target <6
6-10
Repeat Faller Rate
Of total falls from repeat fallers
<15%
Call Light Response Time (P95)
95th percentile target
<4 min
Hospital Transfer Rate
Lower is better
<12/100 residents/yr
Med Pass Accuracy
Industry best practice
>98%
Financial Performance
RevPOR (Revenue per Occupied Room)
Varies by market and services
$5,500-7,500/mo
Labor as % of Revenue
Largest expense category
45-55%
NOI Margin
Net Operating Income margin
25-35%
Days Sales Outstanding (DSO)
AR collection benchmark
<45 days
Private Pay Mix
For assisted living specifically
>70%
Methodology & Sources
These benchmarks are compiled from multiple industry sources including NIC MAP data, state regulatory reports, operator surveys, and anonymized data from Enrich Analytics customers. Benchmarks are updated annually and represent national averages—your specific market may vary.
All data is presented for informational purposes. We recommend using these benchmarks as directional guidance while accounting for your specific market conditions, acuity mix, and operational model.