Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Kansas

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

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Kansas at a Glance

306
Total Facilities
2.9
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
49
16.0%
(4-Star)
59
19.3%
(3-Star)
68
22.2%
(2-Star)
61
19.9%
(1-Star)
64
20.9%

About Nursing Homes in Kansas

Kansas has 306 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.9 stars. 49 facilities (16.0%) earn the top five-star rating.

All nursing homes in Kansas 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 Kansas

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Kansas average $255-$280 per day ($7,650-$8,400/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 18% below 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 4 metro areas in Kansas. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Lawrence
$310-$365/day ($9,300-$10,950/month)
Manhattan
$270-$288/day ($8,100-$8,640/month)
Topeka
$331-$374/day ($9,930-$11,220/month)
Wichita
$292-$320/day ($8,760-$9,600/month)
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Browse by City in Kansas

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

WICHITA
22 facilities
TOPEKA
15 facilities
OVERLAND PARK
13 facilities
OLATHE
9 facilities

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All Nursing Homes in Kansas

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Showing 306 of 306 facilities in Kansas

CARITAS CENTER, INC

1400 S SHERIDEN ST, WICHITA, KS 67213

Phone: (316)942-2201

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 22 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~5 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

BREWSTER HEALTH CENTER

1001 SW 29TH ST, TOPEKA, KS 66611

Phone: (785)267-1666

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 97 | Est. Occupancy: 78% (~22 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

DOOLEY CENTER

801 S 8TH STREET, ATCHISON, KS 66002

Phone: (913)360-6200

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 44 | Est. Occupancy: 66% (~15 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

VILLA MARIA

116 S CENTRAL AVE, MULVANE, KS 67110

Phone: (316)777-1129

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 64 | Est. Occupancy: 74% (~16 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
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📚 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

Kansas averages N/A 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 Kansas 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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