South Dakota: CMS Rating Breakdown
South Dakota is home to 96 CMS-certified nursing homes. According to current CMS data, the state's facilities carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 2.81 out of 5. By ownership structure, the distribution includes 31 for-profit facilities, 60 nonprofit facilities, and 5 government-operated facilities.
The Five-Star rating system has documented limitations and should be understood as a broad indicator of facility performance rather than a definitive assessment of any individual home. State-level averages do not constitute medical, financial, or legal advice. Those evaluating specific facilities should consult each facility's individual Care Compare profile and detailed performance pages to inform decisions about care options.
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 | 31 |
| Non Profit | 60 |
| Government | 5 |