RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Chicago, IL (2026)

The top 25 of 77 CMS-certified nursing homes in Chicago, IL, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

77Nursing Homes in Chicago
2.1/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Chicago Avg Rating
$186K+$41K vs state avgState avg: $145KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Chicago

How Chicago compares with the rest of Illinois on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.1%

    About 25% lower than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover39.9%

    About 13% lower than the state average of 45.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.2%

    About the same as the state average of 13.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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Questions families ask about this page

How many facilities were evaluated in Chicago, IL?

This page evaluates 77 eligible nursing homes in Chicago, IL and shows the top 25.

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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