RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Carlsbad, CA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Carlsbad, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Carlsbad
4.7/5
+1.5 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Carlsbad Avg Rating
$9K$51K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeCarlsbad, CA

Carlsbad By The Sea

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
33 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

2855 Carlsbad BlvdCarlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 720-4580

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeCarlsbad, CA

Glenbrook

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
94 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

1950 Calle BarcelonaCarlsbad, CA 92009

(760) 704-6800

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeCarlsbad, CA

Bayshire Carlsbad

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
45 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

3140 El Camino RealCarlsbad, CA 92008

(760) 720-9898

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Care landscape in Carlsbad

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

  • Population 65+18.6%

    About 11% higher than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover33.7%

    About 8% lower than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability11.5%

    About 25% lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Carlsbad, CA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Carlsbad, CA and shows the top 3.

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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