1No Penalties- Health Inspection4.0
- Staffing3.0
- Quality Measures3.0
Above North Carolina avg of 2.9
193 Asheville HighwaySylva, NC 28779
City report
Care landscape in Sylva
How Sylva compares with the rest of North Carolina on three signals families ask about most.
- Population 65+21.8%
About 11% higher than the state average of 19.6%.
Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted) - Nurse staff turnover46.0%
A little lower than the state average of 49.0%.
CMS PBJ 2024 - Cognitive disability15.9%
About the same as the state average of 15.7%.
CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)
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FAQ
Questions families ask about this page
How many facilities were evaluated in Sylva, NC?
This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Sylva, NC 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.