RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Palo Alto, CA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto
4.7/5
+1.5 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Palo Alto Avg Rating
N/AState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomePalo Alto, CA

Webster House

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
145 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

437 Webster StreetPalo Alto, CA 94301

(650) 328-3300

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomePalo Alto, CA

Vi At Palo Alto

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
44 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above California avg of 3.2

600 Sand Hill RoadPalo Alto, CA 94304

(650) 853-5001

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Care landscape in Palo Alto

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

  • Population 65+23.5%

    About 41% higher than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover28.7%

    About 22% lower than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability8.5%

    About 44% lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Palo Alto, CA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Palo Alto, 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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