RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Watertown, SD (2026)

Compare all 2 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Watertown, SD, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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2Nursing Homes in Watertown
2.0/5
-0.9 vs state avgState avg: 2.90Watertown Avg Rating
$30K$17K vs state avgState avg: $47KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeWatertown, SD

Jenkin's Living Center

Non-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
110 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above South Dakota avg of 2.9

215 South Maple StreetWatertown, SD 57201

(605) 886-5777

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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeWatertown, SD

Avantara Watertown

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
51 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below South Dakota avg of 2.9

415 Fourth Ave NeWatertown, SD 57201

(605) 886-8431

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Care landscape in Watertown

How Watertown compares with the rest of South Dakota on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+18.7%

    About 17% lower than the state average of 22.4%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover49.2%

    A little higher than the state average of 48.1%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.7%

    A little higher than the state average of 13.7%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Watertown, SD?

This page evaluates 2 eligible nursing homes in Watertown, SD 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.

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