RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 13 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Knoxville, TN (2026)

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

13Nursing Homes in Knoxville
3.2/5
+0.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Knoxville Avg Rating
$82K+$768 vs state avgState avg: $81KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeKnoxville, TN

Senator Ben Atchley State Veterans' Home

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★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
140 BedsInspected Jan 2025

Above Tennessee avg of 3.0

One Veterans WayKnoxville, TN 37931

(865) 862-8100

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Care landscape in Knoxville

How Knoxville compares with the rest of Tennessee on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+15.1%

    About 19% lower than the state average of 18.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover52.8%

    About 8% higher than the state average of 48.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability19.6%

    A little higher than the state average of 18.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Knoxville, TN?

This page evaluates 13 eligible nursing homes in Knoxville, TN and shows the top 13.

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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