RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 18 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Oakland, CA (2026)

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

18Nursing Homes in Oakland
3.9/5
+0.7 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Oakland Avg Rating
$47K$14K vs state avgState avg: $60KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Oakland

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

  • Population 65+14.5%

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

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover34.0%

    About 11% lower than the state average of 38.1%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.4%

    A little lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many facilities were evaluated in Oakland, CA?

This page evaluates 18 eligible nursing homes in Oakland, CA and shows the top 18.

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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