RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Tulare, CA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Tulare, 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 Tulare
2.0/5
-1.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Tulare Avg Rating
$69K+$8K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeTulare, CA

Grand Oaks Care

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

897 North M StreetTulare, CA 93274

(559) 687-1340

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeTulare, CA

Tulare Healthcare & Wellness Center, Lp

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
97 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

680 East Merritt AvenueTulare, CA 93274

(559) 686-8581

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32 Penalties

Nursing HomeTulare, CA

Orchards At Tulare

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below California avg of 3.2

604 E. Merritt Ave.Tulare, CA 93274

(559) 686-1601

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Care landscape in Tulare

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

  • Population 65+9.7%

    About 42% lower than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover50.2%

    About 37% 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 Tulare, CA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Tulare, 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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