Washington · CMS Data August 2026
Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Washington
Where Are the Highest-Rated Nursing Homes in Washington?
CMS Care Compare lists 88 nursing homes rated 4 or 5 stars overall by CMS in Washington, out of 193 certified nursing homes (data from August 2026). The most are in Seattle (7), Spokane (5) and Vancouver (4). 47 hold the top rating of 5 stars.
- Matching homes
- 88
- All homes in Washington
- 193
- Rated 4 or 5 stars
- 88
- Average overall stars
- 4.5
How this list is made: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures. Homes are ordered by CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating.
- 475 stars overall
- 584+ stars for inspections
- 654+ stars for staffing
- 47No fines or payment denials
- 43Antipsychotic use below the national median
- 19Nonprofit
The Top 40 by CMS Rating
Stars are out of 5; blank cells are ratings CMS doesn't report for that home. Every matching home is on its city page, linked below.
Matching Homes by City
More About This List
Read how CMS star ratings work. For assisted living and memory care rules, Medicaid limits and the ombudsman, see senior care in Washington. For local services, call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116.
Other lists for Washington: nursing homes that accept medicaid in Washington, nonprofit nursing homes in Washington, nursing homes with low antipsychotic use in Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Highest-Rated Nursing Homes Are in Washington?
88 of the 193 CMS-certified nursing homes in Washington meet this rule: CMS's overall star rating is 4 or 5 (out of 5). The overall rating combines health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Which Highest-Rated Nursing Home in Washington Rates Highest?
By CMS's overall rating, then its inspection rating, Bainbridge Island Health & Rehab Center in Bainbridge Island (5 stars), Beacon Hill Rehabilitation in Longview (5 stars) and Bethany at Silver Lake in Everett (5 stars) rank highest. Visit and check the latest inspection report before you decide.
How Do You Check a Nursing Home in Washington?
Read its Care Compare page for the full inspection reports, visit at different times, and ask about staffing and openings. Washington's Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program can answer questions about residents' rights.