RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 11 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Boston, MA (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Boston, MA, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

11Nursing Homes in Boston
3.3/5
+0.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Boston Avg Rating
$92K+$18K vs state avgState avg: $74KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Boston

How Boston compares with the rest of Massachusetts on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+13.4%

    About 30% lower than the state average of 19.2%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover34.8%

    About 12% lower than the state average of 39.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.2%

    A little lower than the state average of 14.1%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Boston, MA?

This page evaluates 11 eligible nursing homes in Boston, MA and shows the top 11.

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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