Last Updated: October 2026

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Florida

View our comprehensive rankings of the highest quality facilities in Florida, based on CMS data, staffing, safety, and quality measures.

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Florida at a Glance

756
Total Facilities
3.2
Average Rating
0.73
Avg RN Hours/Day
41.4%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
183
24.2%
(4-Star)
171
22.6%
(3-Star)
134
17.7%
(2-Star)
163
21.6%
(1-Star)
102
13.5%

About Nursing Homes in Florida

Florida has 756 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 3.2 stars. 183 facilities (24.2%) earn the top five-star rating, above the national average of 18.9%. Facilities in Florida average 0.73 RN hours per resident per day, exceeding the national average of 0.64 hours.

Staff turnover averages 41.4% across Florida facilities, below the national average of 46.8%. Lower turnover rates are associated with better continuity of care and higher quality ratings.

All nursing homes in Florida are regulated by state and federal agencies, undergo regular CMS inspections, and must meet federal quality standards. Use our search tool to compare facilities based on Medicare ratings, staffing levels, quality measures, and safety records.

Nursing Home Costs in Florida

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Florida average $340-$380 per day ($10,200-$11,400/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 10% above the national median according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey.

Most facilities accept Medicare for short-term rehabilitation (up to 100 days), private insurance, and Medicaid for eligible residents.

Cost Variation by Metro Area

We have city-level cost data for 22 metro areas in Florida. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Cape Coral
$357-$435/day ($10,710-$13,050/month)
Crestview
$330-$355/day ($9,900-$10,650/month)
Deltona
$300-$350/day ($9,000-$10,500/month)
Gainesville
$293-$456/day ($8,790-$13,680/month)
Homosassa Springs
$322-$396/day ($9,660-$11,880/month)
Jacksonville
$318-$360/day ($9,540-$10,800/month)

+ 16 more metro areas with cost data

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Browse by City in Florida

View nursing homes in specific cities across Florida. Each city page shows facilities ranked by quality.

JACKSONVILLE
37 facilities
SAINT PETERSBURG
27 facilities
MIAMI
27 facilities
SARASOTA
26 facilities
ORLANDO
22 facilities
TAMPA
20 facilities
PENSACOLA
17 facilities
CLEARWATER
15 facilities
WEST PALM BEACH
14 facilities
FORT MYERS
14 facilities
LAKELAND
13 facilities
BOCA RATON
12 facilities
NAPLES
12 facilities
OCALA
11 facilities

🏆 Top 10 Nursing Homes by City

See our expert rankings of the best facilities in major cities across Florida.

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All Nursing Homes in Florida

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How Does Florida Compare?

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National State Rankings

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Strong RN Staffing

Florida averages 0.73 RN hours/day, above the national average of 0.64 hours.

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Low Staff Turnover

Florida's 41.4% turnover is below the national average of 46.8%.

📚 Expert Guides to Evaluating Nursing Homes

Learn how to interpret quality ratings and staffing metrics with our data-driven guides based on 14,751 facilities nationwide.

The Truth About Star Ratings

Only 18.9% of facilities earn 5 stars. Learn what ratings really mean and how to use them effectively.

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Understanding Staffing Levels

Florida averages 0.73 RN hours/day. Learn what staffing metrics reveal about care quality.

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Facility Tour Checklist

Essential questions to ask and red flags to watch for when visiting Florida facilities.

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Warning Signs of Neglect

Critical red flags that indicate neglect, abuse, or substandard care at any facility.

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Decoding CMS Data

Learn how to read health inspections, quality measures, and compliance reports.

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All Expert Guides

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