Iowa: CMS Rating Breakdown
Iowa is home to 390 CMS-certified nursing homes. According to current official Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services figures, these facilities carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 3.13 out of 5. The ownership landscape is composed of 213 for-profit facilities, 166 nonprofit facilities, and 11 government-operated facilities.
The Five-Star rating system serves as a broad indicator of facility performance rather than a definitive assessment of any individual establishment. The rating methodology has documented limitations that should be considered when interpreting statewide averages. State-level figures are not intended to function as medical, financial, or legal guidance.
When making decisions regarding nursing home selection or care, stakeholders should consult individual facility profiles on the CMS Care Compare platform. Each facility maintains a dedicated page with current performance data, inspection records, and other relevant information necessary for informed decision-making.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 213 |
| Non Profit | 166 |
| Government | 11 |