RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Rhode Island (2026)

The top 25 of 72 CMS-certified nursing homes in Rhode Island, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

732.0 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.1/5
+0.1 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$90K+$19K vs national avgNational avg: $71KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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The current scope has no matching facilities with a confirmed Medicaid acceptance flag. Remove the Medicaid filter or browse facility profiles individually.

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Why families compare nursing homes in Rhode Island

#4of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the strongest health outcomes in the nation (rank 4 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+19.7%

    About 11% higher than the national average of 17.7%.

    Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy78.5 yrs

    A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover40.4%

    About 13% lower than the national average of 46.4%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Rhode Island →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island has 73 nursing homes in the full directory. This rankings page evaluated 72 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 Rhode Island?

Nursing homes in Rhode Island average 3.1 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 Rhode Island is penalized?

Among Rhode Island nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $90K. The national nursing-home average is $71K.

How does Rhode Island compare with the national average?

Rhode Island averages 3.1 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $90K versus $71K 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.

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