Last Updated: May 2026

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Washington

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

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Washington at a Glance

220
Total Facilities
3.2
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
53
24.1%
(4-Star)
52
23.6%
(3-Star)
41
18.6%
(2-Star)
38
17.3%
(1-Star)
34
15.5%

About Nursing Homes in Washington

Washington has 220 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 3.2 stars. 53 facilities (24.1%) earn the top five-star rating, above the national average of 18.9%.

All nursing homes in Washington 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 Washington

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Washington average $418-$455 per day ($12,540-$13,650/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 33% 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 10 metro areas in Washington. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Bellingham
$375-$413/day ($11,250-$12,390/month)
Bremerton
$400-$450/day ($12,000-$13,500/month)
Kennewick
$364-$393/day ($10,920-$11,790/month)
Longview
$380-$429/day ($11,400-$12,870/month)
Mount Vernon
$397-$506/day ($11,910-$15,180/month)
Olympia
$408-$425/day ($12,240-$12,750/month)

+ 4 more metro areas with cost data

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Browse by City in Washington

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

SEATTLE
21 facilities
SPOKANE
15 facilities
TACOMA
11 facilities

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All Nursing Homes in Washington

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

Showing 220 of 220 facilities in Washington

MT BAKER CARE CENTER

2905 CONNELLY AVENUE, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225

Phone: (360)734-4181

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 70 | Est. Occupancy: 80% (~14 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

HERON'S KEY

4340 BORGEN BLVD NW, GIG HARBOR, WA 98332

Phone: (253)313-0800

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 30 | Est. Occupancy: 72% (~8 available)

NonprofitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

REGENCY OMAK

901 SHUMWAY RD, OMAK, WA 98841

Phone: (509)846-7700

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 56 | Est. Occupancy: 79% (~12 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

THREE RIVERS CARE

1305 ALEXANDER ST, CENTRALIA, WA 98531

Phone: (360)754-9792

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 83 | Est. Occupancy: 56% (~37 available)

For-ProfitCMS 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

Washington 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 Washington 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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