1No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
17028 Cadbury CircleLewes, DE 19958
2No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
4830 Kennett PikeWilmington, DE 19807
3No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
1001 Middleford RoadSeaford, DE 19973
4No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- StaffingN/A
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
11 Independence WayNewark, DE 19713
5No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
300 Banning StreetDover, DE 19904
6No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
185 Salem Church RoadNewark, DE 19713
7No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
726 Loveville RoadHockessin, DE 19707
81 Penalty- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
1212 Foulk RoadWilmington, DE 19803
91 Penalty- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
101 Delaware Ave., Delmar, De. 19940-1110Delmar, DE 19940
101 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
3322 Silverside RoadWilmington, DE 19810
11No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
715 E. King StreetSeaford, DE 19973
12No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
810 South Broom StreetWilmington, DE 19805
131 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
4031 Kennett PikeGreenville, DE 19807
141 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
100 St. Claire DriveHockessin, DE 19707
152 Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
801 N. Broom StreetWilmington, DE 19806
162 Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
1175 Mckee RoadDover, DE 19904
172 Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
100 Delaware Veterans BlvdMilford, DE 19963
185 Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing2.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Delaware avg of 3.3
3540 Three Little Bakers BlvdWilmington, DE 19808
19No Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
1101 Gilpin AvenueWilmington, DE 19806
20No Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
254 West Main StreetNewark, DE 19711
211 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
1225 Walker RoadDover, DE 19904
221 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
26002 John J Williams HighwayMillsboro, DE 19966
231 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
1080 Silver Lake BlvdDover, DE 19904
241 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
1900 Lovering AvenueWilmington, DE 19806
251 Penalty- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Below Delaware avg of 3.3
2801 W. 6th StreetWilmington, DE 19805
State report
Why families compare nursing homes in Delaware
Below the median for overall health outcomes (rank 26 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+21.9%Census ACS 2023
- Life expectancy76.3 yrs
About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover41.3%
About 10% lower than the national average of 45.8%.
CMS PBJ 2024
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many nursing homes are in Delaware?
Delaware has 44 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 43 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.
What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Delaware?
Nursing homes in Delaware average 3.3 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.
What is the average fine when a nursing home in Delaware is penalized?
Among Delaware nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $98K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.
How does Delaware compare with the national average?
Delaware averages 3.3 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $98K versus $70K nationally.
Should I rely on these rankings alone?
No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a 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.