- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1005 Lincoln AvenueDubuque, IA 52001
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
605 Greenwood DriveIowa City, IA 52246
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
503 Wical WayGrundy Center, IA 50638
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
114 South 20th StreetDenison, IA 51442
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1000 North 15th StreetHumboldt, IA 50548
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1301 SummitMarshalltown, IA 50158
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
130 West Sixth StreetKanawha, IA 50447
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1111 Third Street SwDyersville, IA 52040
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1625 Brendelwood DriveCedar Rapids, IA 52405
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1oaknoll CtIowa City, IA 52240
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
102 N. Jackson StreetWayland, IA 52654
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
3140 Plank RoadKeokuk, IA 52632
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
2021 Fourth AvenueGrinnell, IA 50112
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
600 West 6th StreetWall Lake, IA 51466
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
3207 220th TrailAmana, IA 52203
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1510 22nd StreetEldora, IA 50627
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1010 North Elm StreetCresco, IA 52136
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1301 Maynard WayDe Witt, IA 52742
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
701 East Fourth StreetSaint Ansgar, IA 50472
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1010 South UnionRock Rapids, IA 51246
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1201 Park StreetBellevue, IA 52031
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
811 Third StreetKalona, IA 52247
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
610 Eastern StreetSanborn, IA 51248
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1420 Unitypoint WayCedar Rapids, IA 52402
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
109 Mission DriveBuffalo Center, IA 50424
State report
Why families compare nursing homes in Iowa
Above the median for overall health outcomes (rank 17 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+20.3%
About 15% higher than the national average of 17.7%.
Census ACS 2023 - Life expectancy78.2 yrs
A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover44.0%
A little lower than the national average of 46.4%.
CMS PBJ 2024
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Questions families ask about this page
How many nursing homes are in Iowa?
Iowa has 391 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 388 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.
What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Iowa?
Nursing homes in Iowa average 3.1 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.
What is the average fine when a nursing home in Iowa is penalized?
Among Iowa nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $54K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.
How does Iowa compare with the national average?
Iowa averages 3.1 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $54K versus $71K nationally.
Should I rely on these rankings alone?
No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.