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State report
Why families compare nursing homes in Kentucky
Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 46 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+19.1%Census ACS 2023
- Life expectancy73.5 yrs
A little lower than the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover46.4%
About the same as 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has 267 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 265 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 Kentucky?
Nursing homes in Kentucky average 3.0 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 Kentucky is penalized?
Among Kentucky nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $49K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.
How does Kentucky compare with the national average?
Kentucky averages 3.0 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $49K 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.