RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Baltimore, MD (2026)

The top 25 of 38 CMS-certified nursing homes in Baltimore, MD, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

39Nursing Homes in Baltimore
3.0/5
-0.1 vs state avgState avg: 3.10Baltimore Avg Rating
$87K+$29K vs state avgState avg: $58KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Baltimore

How Baltimore compares with the rest of Maryland on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.6%

    A little lower than the state average of 18.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover45.1%

    About 11% higher than the state average of 40.6%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.7%

    About 16% higher than the state average of 12.7%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Baltimore, MD?

This page evaluates 38 eligible nursing homes in Baltimore, MD and shows the top 25.

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.

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