11 Penalty- Health Inspection2.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
21 East Main StreetWaukon, IA 52172
21 Penalty- Health Inspection1.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Below Iowa avg of 3.1
960 4th Street NwWaukon, IA 52172
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Care landscape in Waukon
How Waukon compares with the rest of Iowa on three signals families ask about most.
- Population 65+22.6%
About 11% higher than the state average of 20.3%.
Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted) - Nurse staff turnover38.9%
About 12% lower than the state average of 44.2%.
CMS PBJ 2024 - Cognitive disability13.9%
About the same as the state average of 13.8%.
CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many facilities were evaluated in Waukon, IA?
This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Waukon, 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.