RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 16 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Memphis, TN (2026)

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

16Nursing Homes in Memphis
2.7/5
-0.3 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Memphis Avg Rating
$195K+$114K vs state avgState avg: $81KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Memphis

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

  • Population 65+15.6%

    About 17% 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 disability17.9%

    A little lower than the state average of 18.6%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Memphis, TN?

This page evaluates 16 eligible nursing homes in Memphis, TN and shows the top 16.

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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