RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 12 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Columbia, SC (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Columbia, SC, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

12Nursing Homes in Columbia
2.4/5
-0.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Columbia Avg Rating
$74K+$41K vs state avgState avg: $33KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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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 turnover52.2%

    About 11% higher than the state average of 47.0%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability16.1%

    A little higher than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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Questions families ask about this page

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.

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