1No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above California avg of 3.2
675 24th AvenueSanta Cruz, CA 95062
2No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below California avg of 3.2
2990 Soquel AvenueSanta Cruz, CA 95062
33 Penalties- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Below California avg of 3.2
1115 Capitola RoadSanta Cruz, CA 95062
City report
Care landscape in Santa Cruz
How Santa Cruz compares with the rest of California on three signals families ask about most.
- Population 65+19.8%
About 19% higher than the state average of 16.7%.
Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted) - Nurse staff turnover49.6%
About 35% higher than the state average of 36.7%.
CMS PBJ 2024 - Cognitive disability13.1%
About 14% lower than the state average of 15.3%.
CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)
Top Neighborhoods in Santa Cruz
FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many facilities were evaluated in Santa Cruz, CA?
This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Santa Cruz, 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.