RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Freeport, IL (2026)

Compare all 4 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Freeport, IL, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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4Nursing Homes in Freeport
1.8/5
-0.7 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Freeport Avg Rating
$106K$58K vs state avgState avg: $164KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeFreeport, IL

Stephenson Nursing Center

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★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
148 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

2946 South Walnut RoadFreeport, IL 61032

(815) 235-6173

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Care landscape in Freeport

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

  • Population 65+24.3%

    About 29% higher than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover47.5%

    A little higher than the state average of 44.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.8%

    About 11% higher than the state average of 13.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Freeport, IL?

This page evaluates 4 eligible nursing homes in Freeport, IL and shows the top 4.

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.

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.

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