RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Saint Louis, MO (2026)

The top 25 of 36 CMS-certified nursing homes in Saint Louis, MO, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

36Nursing Homes in Saint Louis
2.0/5
-0.5 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Saint Louis Avg Rating
$91K+$11K vs state avgState avg: $80KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Saint Louis

How Saint Louis compares with the rest of Missouri on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.5%

    About 8% lower than the state average of 19.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover61.3%

    A little higher than the state average of 57.0%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability18.3%

    About the same as the state average of 18.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Saint Louis, MO?

This page evaluates 36 eligible nursing homes in Saint Louis, MO 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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