RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 22 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Rochester, NY (2026)

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

23Nursing Homes in Rochester
3.1/5
+0.1 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Rochester Avg Rating
$183K+$107K vs state avgState avg: $76KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Rochester

How Rochester compares with the rest of New York on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.7%

    About 9% lower than the state average of 19.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover53.0%

    About 31% higher than the state average of 40.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.8%

    About the same as the state average of 12.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Rochester, NY?

This page evaluates 22 eligible nursing homes in Rochester, NY and shows the top 22.

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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