Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Kentucky

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

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Kentucky at a Glance

430
Total Facilities
2.8
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
59
13.7%
(4-Star)
84
19.5%
(3-Star)
83
19.3%
(2-Star)
98
22.8%
(1-Star)
101
23.5%

About Nursing Homes in Kentucky

Kentucky has 430 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.8 stars. 59 facilities (13.7%) earn the top five-star rating.

All nursing homes in Kentucky 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 Kentucky

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Kentucky average $287-$327 per day ($8,610-$9,810/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 6% 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 6 metro areas in Kentucky. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Bowling Green
$328-$336/day ($9,840-$10,080/month)
Elizabethtown
$303-$334/day ($9,090-$10,020/month)
Lexington
$299-$369/day ($8,970-$11,070/month)
Louisville/Jefferson County
$294-$370/day ($8,820-$11,100/month)
Owensboro
$385-$400/day ($11,550-$12,000/month)
Paducah
$292-$307/day ($8,760-$9,210/month)
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Browse by City in Kentucky

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

LOUISVILLE
36 facilities
LEXINGTON
13 facilities

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All Nursing Homes in Kentucky

Filter and sort facilities below. Default ranking uses our composite quality score, which combines CMS ratings, staffing quality, safety records, and compliance history.

Showing 430 of 430 facilities in Kentucky

Baptist Health Hardin

913 North Dixie Ave, Elizabethtown, KY 42701

Phone: (270)737-1212

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 15 | Est. Occupancy: 77% (~3 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

ST ELIZABETH FT THOMAS SNF

85 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, FORT THOMAS, KY 41075

Phone: (859)572-3211

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 26 | Est. Occupancy: 53% (~12 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

NAZARETH HOME

2000 NEWBURG ROAD, LOUISVILLE, KY 40205

Phone: (502)459-9681

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 118 | Est. Occupancy: 92% (~10 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

Kentucky 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 Kentucky 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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