RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Philadelphia, PA (2026)

The top 25 of 47 CMS-certified nursing homes in Philadelphia, PA, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

47Nursing Homes in Philadelphia
2.8/5
-0.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Philadelphia Avg Rating
$64K+$5K vs state avgState avg: $60KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomePhiladelphia, PA

Delaware Valley Veteran'S Home

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★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
171 BedsInspected Dec 2025

Above Pennsylvania avg of 3.0

2701 Southampton RdPhiladelphia, PA 19154

(215) 965-0301

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Care landscape in Philadelphia

How Philadelphia compares with the rest of Pennsylvania on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+17.2%

    About 20% lower than the state average of 21.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover47.1%

    About the same as the state average of 46.5%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability0.0%CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Philadelphia, PA?

This page evaluates 47 eligible nursing homes in Philadelphia, PA 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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