RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Waterloo, IA (2026)

Compare all 6 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Waterloo, IA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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6Nursing Homes in Waterloo
1.8/5
-1.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Waterloo Avg Rating
$72K+$19K vs state avgState avg: $53KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeWaterloo, IA

Friendship Village Retirement

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Iowa avg of 3.1

600 Park LaneWaterloo, IA 50702

(319) 291-8100

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeWaterloo, IA

Northcrest Specialty Care

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
94 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

2001health StreetWaterloo, IA 50703

(319) 234-4423

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeWaterloo, IA

Pillar Of Cedar Valley

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures1.0
114 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

1410 West Dunkerton RoadWaterloo, IA 50703

(319) 291-2509

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeWaterloo, IA

Ravenwood Specialty Care

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
176 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Below Iowa avg of 3.1

2651 St Francis DriveWaterloo, IA 50702

(319) 232-6808

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Care landscape in Waterloo

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

  • Population 65+16.7%

    About 18% lower than the state average of 20.3%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover41.4%

    A little lower than the state average of 44.2%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability15.6%

    About 13% higher than the state average of 13.8%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Waterloo, IA?

This page evaluates 6 eligible nursing homes in Waterloo, IA and shows the top 6.

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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