RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 21 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Tucson, AZ (2026)

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

21Nursing Homes in Tucson
3.1/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.50Tucson Avg Rating
$12K$16K vs state avgState avg: $28KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeTucson, AZ

Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson

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★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
120 BedsInspected Nov 2025

Above Arizona avg of 3.5

555 East Ajo WayTucson, AZ 85713

(520) 638-2150

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Care landscape in Tucson

How Tucson compares with the rest of Arizona on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+23.7%

    A little higher than the state average of 23.2%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover44.9%

    A little lower than the state average of 47.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.9%

    A little higher than the state average of 14.5%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Tucson, AZ?

This page evaluates 21 eligible nursing homes in Tucson, AZ and shows the top 21.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

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