RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 10 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

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

10Nursing Homes in Bakersfield
1.3/5
-1.9 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Bakersfield Avg Rating
$44K$16K vs state avgState avg: $60KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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12 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Rosewood Health Facility

Corporation

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
79 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1401 New Stine RoadBakersfield, CA 93309

(661) 834-0620

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21 Penalty
★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
99 BedsInspected Aug 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

3601 San DimasBakersfield, CA 93301

(661) 323-2894

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Height Street Skilled Care

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
99 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1611 Height StreetBakersfield, CA 93305

(661) 748-1300

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41 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Brookdale Riverwalk Snf (Ca)

Corporation

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

350 Calloway Drive, Building CBakersfield, CA 93312

(661) 587-0182

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

The Orchards Post-Acute

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
150 BedsInspected Apr 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

730 34 StreetBakersfield, CA 93301

(661) 327-7687

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61 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Kern River Transitional Care

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
140 BedsInspected Jul 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

5151 Knudsen DriveBakersfield, CA 93308

(661) 325-9900

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72 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

The Rehabilitation Center Of Bakersfield

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
160 BedsInspected Jan 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

2211 Mount Vernon AvenueBakersfield, CA 93306

(661) 872-2121

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82 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Parkview Julian Healthcare Center

Partnership

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
99 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1801 Julian AvenueBakersfield, CA 93304

(661) 831-9150

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94 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Valley Healthcare Center

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
87 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

1205 8th StreetBakersfield, CA 93304

(661) 334-2200

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104 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Bakersfield Post Acute

LLC

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
99 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

6212 Tudor WayBakersfield, CA 93306

(661) 871-3133

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City report

Care landscape in Bakersfield

How Bakersfield compares with the rest of California on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+12.9%

    About 23% lower than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover41.2%

    About 8% higher than the state average of 38.1%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability20.9%

    About 37% higher than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Bakersfield, CA?

This page evaluates 10 eligible nursing homes in Bakersfield, CA and shows the top 10.

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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