Good News for Houston Families
Houston offers significantly better nursing home quality at much lower costs than most major U.S. cities.
- • 42% of Houston facilities have 4+ star ratings (26 facilities)
- • Average rating of 3.0 stars - above national average
- • Costs 36% below the national median ($195/day vs. $305/day)
- • 14 five-star facilities to choose from
Houston's 62 nursing homes serve a population of over 266,000 seniors aged 65 and older. Unlike many major cities where families face poor quality and high costs, Houston offers a rare combination: better-than-average quality at below-average prices.
At $195/day for semi-private care ($71,175 annually), Houston families save approximately $55,000 per year compared to Los Angeles and $51,000 compared to Chicago—while actually getting better quality care based on CMS star ratings.
Houston at a Glance
This guide provides comprehensive, data-driven insights to help Houston families find excellent, affordable nursing home care.
Compare All Houston Nursing Homes
View detailed quality ratings, costs, and inspection reports for all 62 Houston facilities.
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