RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Madison, WI (2026)

Compare all 7 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Madison, WI, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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7Nursing Homes in Madison
2.4/5
-0.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Madison Avg Rating
$147K+$44K vs state avgState avg: $103KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Madison

How Madison compares with the rest of Wisconsin on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+13.2%

    About 34% lower than the state average of 20.0%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover55.7%

    About 19% higher than the state average of 46.9%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability11.9%

    About 10% lower than the state average of 13.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Madison, WI?

This page evaluates 7 eligible nursing homes in Madison, WI and shows the top 7.

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 in the directory but are excluded from current rankings.

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