RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Albert Lea, MN (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Albert Lea, MN, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Albert Lea
2.7/5
-0.5 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Albert Lea Avg Rating
$26K$29K vs state avgState avg: $54KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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11 Penalty

Nursing HomeAlbert Lea, MN

Good Samaritan Society - Albert Lea

Non-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
80 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Minnesota avg of 3.2

75507 240th StreetAlbert Lea, MN 56007

(507) 379-2701

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeAlbert Lea, MN

St Johns On Fountain Lake

Faith-based

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
84 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Below Minnesota avg of 3.2

1771 Eagle View CircleAlbert Lea, MN 56007

(507) 373-2040

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeAlbert Lea, MN

Thorne Crest Retirement Center

Non-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
52 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Below Minnesota avg of 3.2

1201 Garfield AvenueAlbert Lea, MN 56007

(507) 205-9004

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Care landscape in Albert Lea

How Albert Lea compares with the rest of Minnesota on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+24.3%

    About 22% higher than the state average of 19.9%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover42.0%

    About the same as the state average of 42.3%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.9%

    About 10% higher than the state average of 13.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Albert Lea, MN?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Albert Lea, MN and shows the top 3.

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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