1No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1301 SummitMarshalltown, IA 50158
2No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1720 Central Avenue EastHampton, IA 50441
3No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1000 North 15th StreetHumboldt, IA 50548
4No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1005 7th Street NeOrange City, IA 51041
5No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
710 S 19th StNevada, IA 50201
6No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
915 Woodland AvenueRiceville, IA 50466
71 Penalty- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
1600 First Street EastIndependence, IA 50644
8No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
991 Highway 3Akron, IA 51001
9No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
3201 First StreetEmmetsburg, IA 50536
10No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above Iowa avg of 3.1
2375 Roosevelt StreetDubuque, IA 52001
111 Penalty- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
217 Main StreetCoon Rapids, IA 50058
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%Census ACS 2023
- Life expectancy78.2 yrs
A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover44.2%
A little lower than the national average of 45.8%.
CMS PBJ 2024
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many nursing homes are in Iowa?
Iowa has 387 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 385 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 $53K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.
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 $53K versus $70K 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.
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.