Last Updated: December 2025

🏆 Top 25 Nursing Homes in Wisconsin

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

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Wisconsin at a Glance

355
Total Facilities
2.9
Average Rating
N/A
Avg RN Hours/Day
N/A%
Avg Turnover Rate

CMS Star Rating Distribution

(5-Star)
83
23.4%
(4-Star)
53
14.9%
(3-Star)
63
17.7%
(2-Star)
71
20.0%
(1-Star)
83
23.4%

About Nursing Homes in Wisconsin

Wisconsin has 355 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average quality rating of 2.9 stars. 83 facilities (23.4%) earn the top five-star rating, above the national average of 18.9%.

All nursing homes in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin

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Statewide Average

Nursing home costs in Wisconsin average $331-$370 per day ($9,930-$11,100/month) for skilled nursing care, which is 7% 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 13 metro areas in Wisconsin. Costs can vary significantly by location:

Appleton
$329-$350/day ($9,870-$10,500/month)
Eau Claire
$423-$440/day ($12,690-$13,200/month)
Fond du Lac
$300-$350/day ($9,000-$10,500/month)
Green Bay
$325-$387/day ($9,750-$11,610/month)
Janesville
$346-$382/day ($10,380-$11,460/month)
Kenosha
$412-$435/day ($12,360-$13,050/month)

+ 7 more metro areas with cost data

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Browse by City in Wisconsin

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MILWAUKEE
17 facilities

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All Nursing Homes in Wisconsin

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Showing 355 of 355 facilities in Wisconsin

LASATA CARE CENTER

W76 N677 WAUWATOSA RD, CEDARBURG, WI 53012

Phone: (262)377-5060

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 106 | Est. Occupancy: 76% (~26 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

ARIA AT VILLA PINES

201 PARK ST, FRIENDSHIP, WI 53934

Phone: (608)339-3361

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 50 | Est. Occupancy: 53% (~24 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

PARK VIEW HEALTH CENTER

725 BUTLER AVE, OSHKOSH, WI 54901

Phone: (920)237-6300

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 168 | Est. Occupancy: 55% (~76 available)

GovernmentCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

ELLSWORTH HEALTH SERVICES

403 N MAPLE ST, ELLSWORTH, WI 54011

Phone: (715)273-5821

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 50 | Est. Occupancy: 57% (~22 available)

For-ProfitCMS Rating: 5/5 Stars

NORWOOD HEALTH CTR-CENTRAL

1600 N CHESTNUT AVE, MARSHFIELD, WI 54449

Phone: (715)384-2188

Distance: 0 miles | Beds: 32 | Est. Occupancy: 80% (~6 available)

GovernmentCMS 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

Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin 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

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