Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported March 2026 occupancy results, according to a company statement released April 8.

The senior living operator's March weighted average occupancy reached 82.0%, representing a 250 basis point increase compared to March 2025. Month-end occupancy for March improved to 83.3%.

For the first quarter of 2026, consolidated weighted average occupancy grew 280 basis points year-over-year to 82.1%. The company experienced a sequential 40 basis point decline from the prior quarter, which it attributed to seasonal factors including winter weather, illnesses, rate changes, and holidays.

Same community occupancy results showed weighted average occupancy of 82.5% in March, improving 130 basis points year-over-year.

The company noted that historically, its first quarter occupancy declines average 60 basis points from the prior quarter due to seasonal factors. Brookdale stated it typically experiences its strongest occupancy growth period from May through September.

Brookdale operates 568 communities across 41 states with capacity to serve approximately 51,000 residents as of March 31, 2026. The company provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities.