RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Columbia, SC (2026)

Compare all 12 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Columbia, SC, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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12Nursing Homes in Columbia
2.7/5
-0.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Columbia Avg Rating
$78K+$50K vs state avgState avg: $27KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeColumbia, SC

Nhc Healthcare - Parklane

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
106 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above South Carolina avg of 3.0

7601 Parklane RoadColumbia, SC 29223

(803) 741-9090

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeColumbia, SC

Wildewood Downs

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
32 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above South Carolina avg of 3.0

1215 Wildewood Downs CircleColumbia, SC 29223

(803) 788-5115

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Care landscape in Columbia

How Columbia compares with the rest of South Carolina on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+16.4%

    About 20% lower than the state average of 20.5%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover48.9%

    A little higher than the state average of 45.9%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability16.1%

    A little higher than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Columbia, SC?

This page evaluates 12 eligible nursing homes in Columbia, SC and shows the top 12.

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.

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