RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Washington (2026)

The top 25 of 191 CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

1930.7 per 30K residentsBelow national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.2/5
+0.2 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$89K+$19K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeBainbridge Island, WA

Bainbridge Island Health & Rehab Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
58 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

835 Madison Avenue NorthBainbridge Island, WA 98110

(206) 842-4765

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeBellingham, WA

Mt Baker Care Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
70 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2905 Connelly AvenueBellingham, WA 98225

(360) 734-4181

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeTonasket, WA

North Valley Hospital

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
42 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

22 W 1st StreetTonasket, WA 98855

(509) 486-2151

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeSeattle, WA

Queen Anne Healthcare

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2717 Dexter Avenue NorthSeattle, WA 98109

(206) 284-7012

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeOmak, WA

Regency Omak

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
56 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

901 Shumway RdOmak, WA 98841

(509) 846-7700

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeYakima, WA

Good Samaritan Health Care Ctr

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
105 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

702 North 16th AvenueYakima, WA 98902

(509) 248-5320

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeCamas, WA

Lacamas Creek Post Acute

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
83 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

740 Ne Dallas StreetCamas, WA 98607

(360) 834-5055

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeHoquiam, WA

Pacific Care And Rehabilitation

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
72 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

3035 Cherry StreetHoquiam, WA 98550

(360) 532-7882

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeBrewster, WA

Regency Harmony House Rehab & Nursing

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
54 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

100 River PlazaBrewster, WA 98812

(509) 689-2546

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

The Oaks At Lakewood

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
80 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

11411 Bridgeport WayTacoma, WA 98499

(253) 581-9002

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeVancouver, WA

Hudson Bay Health And Rehabilitation

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
92 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

8507 Northeast 8th WayVancouver, WA 98664

(360) 254-5335

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomePuyallup, WA

Rainier Rehabilitation

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
117 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

920 12th Avenue SoutheastPuyallup, WA 98372

(253) 841-3422

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeVancouver, WA

The Oaks At Timberline

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
85 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

400 East 33rd StreetVancouver, WA 98663

(360) 696-2561

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeCentralia, WA

Three Rivers Care

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
83 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

1305 Alexander StCentralia, WA 98531

(360) 754-9792

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeVancouver, WA

Avamere Rehabilitation Of Cascade Park

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
88 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

801 Southeast Park Crest AvenueVancouver, WA 98683

(360) 260-2200

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16No Penalties

Nursing HomeIssaquah, WA

Briarwood At Timber Ridge

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
45 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

100 Timber Ridge Way NwIssaquah, WA 98027

(425) 427-5200

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17No Penalties

Nursing HomeMercer Island, WA

Covenant Shores Health Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
43 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

9107 Fortuna DriveMercer Island, WA 98040

(206) 316-8042

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18No Penalties

Nursing HomeSpokane, WA

Spokane Veterans Home

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
100 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

222 East FifthSpokane, WA 99202

(509) 344-5770

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19No Penalties

Nursing HomeBellingham, WA

Alderwood Park Health And Rehab Of Cascadia

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
102 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2726 Alderwood AvenueBellingham, WA 98225

(360) 733-2322

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20No Penalties

Nursing HomeSeattle, WA

Fircrest Nursing Facility

Government

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
110 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

15230-15th NortheastSeattle, WA 98155

(206) 361-3511

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21No Penalties

Nursing HomePort Orchard, WA

Life Care Center Of Port Orchard

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
125 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2031 Pottery AvenuePort Orchard, WA 98366

(360) 876-8035

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22No Penalties

Nursing HomeRedmond, WA

Redmond Care And Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
139 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

7900 Willows Road NortheastRedmond, WA 98052

(425) 885-0808

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23No Penalties

Nursing HomeSeattle, WA

Shoreline Health And Rehabilitation

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
114 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2818 Northeast 145th StreetSeattle, WA 98155

(206) 418-2900

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24No Penalties

Nursing HomeDes Moines, WA

Wesley Homes Des Moines Health Center

Faith-based

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
148 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

826 South 218th StreetDes Moines, WA 98198

(206) 824-3663

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25No Penalties

Nursing HomeStanwood, WA

Josephine Caring Community

Faith-based

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
160 BedsStandard health inspection Sep 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

9901 272nd Place NorthwestStanwood, WA 98292

(360) 629-2126

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Washington

#10of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Among the strongest health outcomes in the nation (rank 10 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+17.1%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy79.0 yrs

    A little higher than the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover45.1%

    About the same as the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Washington →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Washington?

Washington has 193 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 191 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Washington?

Nursing homes in Washington average 3.2 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Washington is penalized?

Among Washington nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $89K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Washington compare with the national average?

Washington averages 3.2 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $89K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a 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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