RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Tacoma, WA (2026)

Compare all 11 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Tacoma, WA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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11Nursing Homes in Tacoma
2.5/5
-0.7 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Tacoma Avg Rating
$123K+$33K vs state avgState avg: $89KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No 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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21 Penalty

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Tacoma Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
150 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above Washington avg of 3.2

2102 South 96th StreetTacoma, WA 98444

(253) 581-2514

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31 Penalty

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Avamere Transitional Care Of Puget Sound

For-profit

★★★★☆4 out of 5 stars4.0Above AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
60 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Washington avg of 3.2

630 South Pearl StreetTacoma, WA 98465

(253) 671-7300

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Eliseo

Non-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
187 BedsStandard health inspection May 2025

Below Washington avg of 3.2

1301 N Highlands ParkwayTacoma, WA 98406

(253) 752-7112

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Avalon Healthcare - Tacoma

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
81 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Below Washington avg of 3.2

7411 Pacific AvenueTacoma, WA 98408

(253) 474-8456

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62 Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Park Rose Care Center

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
139 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Below Washington avg of 3.2

3919 South 19th StreetTacoma, WA 98405

(253) 752-5677

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73 Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Avamere At Pacific Ridge

For-profit

★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
102 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below Washington avg of 3.2

3625 East B StreetTacoma, WA 98404

(253) 475-2507

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81 Penalty

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Birch Creek Post Acute & Rehabilitation

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
124 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Washington avg of 3.2

5601 S Orchard StreetTacoma, WA 98409

(253) 474-8421

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92 Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Orchard Park Health Care & Rehab Center

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
147 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Below Washington avg of 3.2

4755 South 48thTacoma, WA 98409

(253) 475-4611

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102 Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Alaska Gardens Health And Rehabilitation

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
123 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below Washington avg of 3.2

6220 South Alaska StreetTacoma, WA 98408

(253) 476-5300

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115 Penalties

Nursing HomeTacoma, WA

Heartwood Extended Healthcare

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Below Washington avg of 3.2

1649 East 72ndTacoma, WA 98404

(253) 472-9027

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City report

Care landscape in Tacoma

How Tacoma compares with the rest of Washington on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+12.5%

    About 27% lower than the state average of 17.1%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover43.1%

    A little lower than the state average of 45.1%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability17.6%

    About 20% higher than the state average of 14.7%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

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How many facilities were evaluated in Tacoma, WA?

This page evaluates 11 eligible nursing homes in Tacoma, WA and shows the top 11.

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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