1No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
102 Leonard AvenueNewton, NC 28658
2No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
600 Carolina Village Road Suite ZHendersonville, NC 28792
3No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
920 4th Street SouthwestConover, NC 28613
4No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1000 Hickory StreetGreenville, NC 27858
5No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1617 Hendersonville RoadAsheville, NC 28803
6No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
925 New Garden RoadGreensboro, NC 27410
7No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1417 W Pettigrew StreetDurham, NC 27705
8No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
557 Brookdale DriveStatesville, NC 28677
9No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1315 Greensboro RoadHigh Point, NC 27260
10No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
106 Mountain Vista Health Park RoadDenton, NC 27239
11No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
830 Rockford StreetMount Airy, NC 27030
12No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
200 Hawthorne LaneCharlotte, NC 28207
13No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
100 Hedrick DriveThomasville, NC 27360
14No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
2200 Elm DriveLaurinburg, NC 28352
15No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
911 South Hughes StreetApex, NC 27502
16No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing5.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
619 Laurel Lake DriveColumbus, NC 28722
17No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
200 Bellarose Lake WayGarner, NC 27529
18No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
740 Diamond Shoals RoadWilmington, NC 28403
19No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
5804 Old Providence RoadCharlotte, NC 28226
20No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
700 Johnston Ridge RoadElkin, NC 28621
21No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
2006 South 16th StreetWilmington, NC 28401
22No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
149 Fair Haven DriveBostic, NC 28018
23No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures4.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1795 Kernersville Medical ParkwayKernersville, NC 27284
24No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing4.0
- Quality Measures2.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
1221 Broad StreetFuquay-Varina, NC 27526
25No Penalties- Health Inspection5.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures5.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
405 South Greene StreetWadesboro, NC 28170
State report
Why families compare nursing homes in North Carolina
Among the lowest-ranked states for overall health outcomes — long-term care demand runs high (rank 37 of 51).
America’s Health Rankings 2024- Population 65+19.6%Census ACS 2023
- Life expectancy75.9 yrs
About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.
CDC NVSR 2022 - Nurse staff turnover49.0%
A little higher than the national average of 45.8%.
CMS PBJ 2024
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many nursing homes are in North Carolina?
North Carolina has 419 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 415 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 North Carolina?
Nursing homes in North Carolina average 2.9 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 North Carolina is penalized?
Among North Carolina nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $65K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.
How does North Carolina compare with the national average?
North Carolina averages 2.9 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $65K versus $70K 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.
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.