RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Bakersfield, CA (2026)

Compare all 10 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Bakersfield, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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10Nursing Homes in Bakersfield
1.6/5
-1.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Bakersfield Avg Rating
$45K$16K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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12 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Rosewood Health Facility

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
79 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

1401 New Stine RoadBakersfield, CA 93309

(661) 834-0620

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

San Joaquin Nursing Center And Rehabilitation Cent

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

3601 San DimasBakersfield, CA 93301

(661) 323-2894

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32 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

The Orchards Post-Acute

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
150 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

730 34 StreetBakersfield, CA 93301

(661) 327-7687

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41 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Height Street Skilled Care

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1611 Height StreetBakersfield, CA 93305

(661) 748-1300

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Kern River Transitional Care

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
140 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

5151 Knudsen DriveBakersfield, CA 93308

(661) 325-9900

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62 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Valley Healthcare Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
87 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1205 8th StreetBakersfield, CA 93304

(661) 334-2200

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72 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Parkview Julian Healthcare Center

For-profit

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

Below California avg of 3.2

1801 Julian AvenueBakersfield, CA 93304

(661) 831-9150

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82 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

The Rehabilitation Center Of Bakersfield

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
160 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

2211 Mount Vernon AvenueBakersfield, CA 93306

(661) 872-2121

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93 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Bakersfield Post Acute

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

6212 Tudor WayBakersfield, CA 93306

(661) 871-3133

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104 Penalties

Nursing HomeBakersfield, CA

Bayshire Riverwalk Post-Acute

For-profit

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

Below California avg of 3.2

350 Calloway Drive, Building CBakersfield, CA 93312

(661) 587-0182

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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 turnover39.2%

    A little higher than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability20.9%

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

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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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.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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