RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 17 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Milwaukee, WI (2026)

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

17Nursing Homes in Milwaukee
2.4/5
-0.6 vs state avgState avg: 3.00Milwaukee Avg Rating
$147K+$48K vs state avgState avg: $99KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Care landscape in Milwaukee

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

  • Population 65+14.1%

    About 30% lower than the state average of 20.0%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover54.5%

    About 14% higher than the state average of 47.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability14.9%

    About 13% higher than the state average of 13.2%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Milwaukee, WI?

This page evaluates 17 eligible nursing homes in Milwaukee, WI and shows the top 17.

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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