RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Lancaster, CA (2026)

Compare all 4 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Lancaster, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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4Nursing Homes in Lancaster
1.5/5
-1.7 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Lancaster Avg Rating
$129K+$69K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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11 Penalty

Nursing HomeLancaster, CA

Desert Canyon Post Acute, Llc

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

1642 West Avenue JLancaster, CA 93534

(661) 942-8463

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22 Penalties

Nursing HomeLancaster, CA

Antelope Valley Care Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
199 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

44567 North 15th St. WestLancaster, CA 93534

(661) 949-5524

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33 Penalties

Nursing HomeLancaster, CA

Mirage Post Acute

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
299 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

44445 15th St WLancaster, CA 93534

(661) 948-7501

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45 Penalties

Nursing HomeLancaster, CA

The Ellison John Transitional Care Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
170 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

43830 10th Street WestLancaster, CA 93534

(661) 494-8600

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Care landscape in Lancaster

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

  • Population 65+14.6%

    About 13% lower than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover39.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability19.6%

    About 28% higher than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Lancaster, CA?

This page evaluates 4 eligible nursing homes in Lancaster, CA and shows the top 4.

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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