RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 22 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Denver, CO (2026)

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

23Nursing Homes in Denver
3.1/5
Same as state avgState avg: 3.10Denver Avg Rating
$57K+$16K vs state avgState avg: $41KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Denver

How Denver compares with the rest of Colorado on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.3%

    About 20% lower than the state average of 17.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover39.4%

    About 19% lower than the state average of 48.6%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.3%

    About 11% lower than the state average of 14.9%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Denver, CO?

This page evaluates 22 eligible nursing homes in Denver, CO and shows the top 22.

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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