Best Nursing Homes in Morgantown, WV (2026)

Last Updated: October 2026

Nursing Homes

2.5

Average Rating

4+ Star Facilities

About Nursing Homes in MORGANTOWN

MORGANTOWN stands out with 1 five-star nursing homes (25% of facilities)—significantly above the national average of 18.9%. With an average rating of 2.5 stars across 4 facilities, MORGANTOWN offers strong options for quality senior care.

MORGANTOWN Quick Facts:

•25% five-star rate (32% above the national average)
•0.62 average RN hours per resident per day (below the national average of 0.64 hours)
•75% chain-owned facilities (national average: 76%)
•1 nonprofit facilities (25% of market)
•100% of facilities have abuse violations

Nursing Home Costs in MORGANTOWN

Nursing home costs in the Morgantown area average $409-$420/day ($12,270-$12,600/month) for skilled nursing care (comparable to the West Virginia state average), according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. West Virginia overall is 27% above the national median. Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents. Some facilities also participate in Veterans Aid & Attendance programs for qualifying veterans and spouses.

Market Overview

MORGANTOWN's nursing homes include 75% for-profit, 25% nonprofit facilities. Based on reported data from 4 facilities, MORGANTOWN nursing homes average 0.62 RN hours and 3.56 total nursing hours per resident daily—indicating below-average staffing levels. The average nurse turnover rate is 43.6% (1 facilities exceed 65%)—within acceptable industry standards (below 65%). Lower turnover is linked to better continuity of care.

Choosing a Nursing Home in MORGANTOWN

Start by touring the 1 five-star facilities in MORGANTOWN, which represent the top 25% by CMS quality metrics. Note that 4 facilities (100%) have documented abuse violations—review inspection reports carefully before deciding. Look for facilities with at least 0.75 RN hours per resident daily—MORGANTOWN's average is 0.62 hours.

All nursing homes in MORGANTOWN are licensed and inspected by the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources. West Virginia Medicaid covers nursing home care for eligible West Virginia residents. For advocacy and complaints, contact the West Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-304-558-3317. West Virginia law requires nursing homes to maintain minimum staffing ratios, conduct quarterly inspections, and report all incidents to state authorities. Families can file complaints with the West Virginia Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which investigates concerns about quality of care, resident rights, and facility conditions.

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