RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Waconia, MN (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Waconia, MN, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Waconia
2.0/5
-1.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Waconia Avg Rating
$19K$36K vs state avgState avg: $54KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeWaconia, MN

Good Samaritan Society - Waconia And Westview Acre

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
75 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Minnesota avg of 3.2

333 Fifth Street WestWaconia, MN 55387

(952) 442-5111

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Nursing HomeWaconia, MN

Auburn Home In Waconia

Non-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
37 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Below Minnesota avg of 3.2

594 Cherry DriveWaconia, MN 55387

(952) 442-2546

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Care landscape in Waconia

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

  • Population 65+13.8%

    About 31% lower than the state average of 19.9%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover56.8%

    About 34% higher than the state average of 42.3%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability10.7%

    About 21% lower than the state average of 13.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Waconia, MN?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Waconia, MN 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.

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