RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Decorah, IA (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Decorah, IA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Decorah
2.5/5
-0.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Decorah Avg Rating
$94K+$40K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeDecorah, IA

Wellington Place

Non-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
56 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

2479 River RoadDecorah, IA 52101

(563) 382-9691

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23 Penalties

Nursing HomeDecorah, IA

The Highlands

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
86 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

607 Highland DriveDecorah, IA 52101

(563) 382-3603

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Care landscape in Decorah

How Decorah compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+24.2%

    About 19% higher than the state average of 20.3%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover50.7%

    About 15% higher than the state average of 44.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.4%

    About 10% lower than the state average of 13.8%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Decorah, IA?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Decorah, IA and shows the top 2.

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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