- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Mississippi avg of 2.7
6051 Us Highway 49 SouthHattiesburg, MS 39401
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Mississippi avg of 2.7
3550 Highway 468 WestWhitfield, MS 39193
- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above Mississippi avg of 2.7
3550 Highway 468 WestWhitfield, MS 39193
State report
Why families compare nursing homes in Mississippi
Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 51 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+17.8%
About the same as the national average of 17.7%.
Census ACS 2023 - Life expectancy71.9 yrs
A little lower than the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover47.8%
A little higher than the national average of 46.4%.
CMS PBJ 2024
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many nursing homes are in Mississippi?
Mississippi has 202 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 200 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 Mississippi?
Nursing homes in Mississippi average 2.7 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 Mississippi is penalized?
Among Mississippi nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $41K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.
How does Mississippi compare with the national average?
Mississippi averages 2.7 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $41K versus $71K 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.