RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Sterling, IL (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Sterling, IL, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Sterling
2.0/5
-0.5 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Sterling Avg Rating
$65K$100K vs state avgState avg: $164KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeSterling, IL

Citadel Of Sterling,The

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
121 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

105 East 23rd StreetSterling, IL 61081

(815) 626-4264

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeSterling, IL

La Bella Of Sterling

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
70 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Below Illinois avg of 2.5

3601 Sixteenth AvenueSterling, IL 61081

(815) 626-0233

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeSterling, IL

Allure Of Sterling

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing1.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
130 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Below Illinois avg of 2.5

612 West St Mary's StreetSterling, IL 61081

(815) 626-9020

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Care landscape in Sterling

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

  • Population 65+22.5%

    About 20% higher than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover42.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 44.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.1%

    A little higher than the state average of 13.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Sterling, IL?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Sterling, IL and shows the top 3.

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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