RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 20 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Alaska (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Alaska, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

200.8 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.5/5
+0.5 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$98K+$28K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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The current scope has no matching facilities with a confirmed Medicaid acceptance flag. Remove the Medicaid filter or browse facility profiles individually.

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Why families compare nursing homes in Alaska

#23of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Below the median for overall health outcomes (rank 23 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+14.9%

    About 16% lower than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy76.5 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover46.8%

    About the same as the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Alaska →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Alaska?

Alaska has 20 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 20 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 20.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Alaska?

Nursing homes in Alaska average 3.5 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Alaska is penalized?

Among Alaska nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $98K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Alaska compare with the national average?

Alaska averages 3.5 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $98K versus $71K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

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