RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 12 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Lakeland, FL (2026)

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

12Nursing Homes in Lakeland
2.2/5
-1.0 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Lakeland Avg Rating
$90K+$19K vs state avgState avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Lakeland

How Lakeland compares with the rest of Florida on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+21.1%

    About 12% lower than the state average of 24.0%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover49.7%

    About 17% higher than the state average of 42.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability15.4%

    A little higher than the state average of 14.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Lakeland, FL?

This page evaluates 12 eligible nursing homes in Lakeland, FL and shows the top 12.

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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