Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Nebraska

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

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Nebraska at a Glance

359
Total Facilities
2.9
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
69
19.2%
(4-Star)
63
17.5%
(3-Star)
63
17.5%
(2-Star)
77
21.4%
(1-Star)
83
23.1%

About Nursing Homes in Nebraska

Nebraska has 359 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.9 stars. 69 facilities (19.2%) earn the top five-star rating, above the national average of 18.9%.

All nursing homes in Nebraska 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 Nebraska

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Nebraska average $276-$330 per day ($8,280-$9,900/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 7% 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 3 metro areas in Nebraska. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Grand Island
$237-$251/day ($7,110-$7,530/month)
Lincoln
$314-$352/day ($9,420-$10,560/month)
Omaha
$339-$409/day ($10,170-$12,270/month)

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All Nursing Homes in Nebraska

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Showing 359 of 359 facilities in Nebraska

2200 South 52nd Street, Lincoln, NE 68506

Phone: (402)413-3607

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 103 | Est. Occupancy: 77% (~23 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

2200 SOUTH 52ND STREET, LINCOLN, NE 68506

Phone: (402)413-3607

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 103 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~25 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

607 SMITH AVENUE, ELWOOD, NE 68937

Phone: (308)785-3302

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 43 | Est. Occupancy: 70% (~13 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

400 East 7th Street, Harvard, NE 68944

Phone: (402)772-7591

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 37 | Est. Occupancy: 55% (~17 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

100 Minor Avenue, Bertrand, NE 68927

Phone: (308)472-3341

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 26 | Est. Occupancy: 69% (~8 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

100 MINOR AVENUE, BERTRAND, NE 68927

Phone: (308)472-3341

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 26 | Est. Occupancy: 62% (~10 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

6120 South 34th Street, Lincoln, NE 68516

Phone: (402)486-8919

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 50 | Est. Occupancy: 58% (~21 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

301 North 13th Street, St Edward, NE 68660

Phone: (402)678-2294

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 47 | Est. Occupancy: 63% (~18 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars
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