1No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
4200 Harewood Road NeWashington, DC 20017
2No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
5425 Western Ave NwWashington, DC 20015
3No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
4901 Connecticut Avenue, NwWashington, DC 20008
41 Penalty- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
5255 Loughboro Road NwWashington, DC 20016
5No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
6200 Oregon Ave NwWashington, DC 20015
61 Penalty- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
1380 Southern Ave SeWashington, DC 20032
71 Penalty- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above District of Columbia avg of 3.4
901 First Street NwWashington, DC 20001
8No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing1.0
- Quality MeasuresN/A
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
1731 Bunker Hill Road NeWashington, DC 20017
9No Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
2131 O Street NwWashington, DC 20037
102 Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
1818 Newton St. NwWashington, DC 20010
112 Penalties- Health Inspection3.0
- Staffing1.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
3050 Military Road NwWashington, DC 20015
122 Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
223 7th Street NeWashington, DC 20002
134 Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
2601 18th Street NeWashington, DC 20018
142 Penalties- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
5000 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave. NeWashington, DC 20019
153 Penalties- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
4601 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue SwWashington, DC 20032
164 Penalties- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
725 Buchanan St., NeWashington, DC 20017
176 Penalties- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Below District of Columbia avg of 3.4
2425 25th Street SeWashington, DC 20020
State report
Why families compare nursing homes in District of Columbia
Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 44 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+16.0%Census ACS 2023
- Life expectancy76.3 yrs
About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover34.0%
About 26% 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 District of Columbia?
District of Columbia has 17 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 17 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 17.
What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in District of Columbia?
Nursing homes in District of Columbia average 3.4 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 District of Columbia is penalized?
Among District of Columbia nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $132K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.
How does District of Columbia compare with the national average?
District of Columbia averages 3.4 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $132K 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.