RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 19 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Atlanta, GA (2026)

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

20Nursing Homes in Atlanta
2.4/5
-0.3 vs state avgState avg: 2.70Atlanta Avg Rating
$66K+$23K vs state avgState avg: $43KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Atlanta

How Atlanta compares with the rest of Georgia on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+12.8%

    About 26% lower than the state average of 17.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover52.0%

    About 12% higher than the state average of 46.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.8%

    About 20% lower than the state average of 16.0%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Atlanta, GA?

This page evaluates 19 eligible nursing homes in Atlanta, GA and shows the top 19.

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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