What is the average nursing home staffing level in Huntsville?

Huntsville nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.77 RN HPRD. The Alabama state average is 3.25 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Huntsville?

Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.

Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Huntsville?

Yes — Alabama Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Alabama-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Huntsville, AL Nursing Home Staffing

9 facilities · City avg 3.83 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.83

Avg Total HPRD

0.77

Avg RN HPRD

1/9

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Alabama avg 3.25 total HPRD / 0.52 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Huntsville

Sorted by CMS overall star rating. Click any facility for full staffing charts and penalty history.

WILLOWBROOKE CT SKILLED CARE CTR AT MAGNOLIA TRACE

HUNTSVILLE, AL · Non profit

5★

5★

4.04

1.31

DIVERSICARE OF BIG SPRINGS

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

4★

3★

3.03

0.62

FAIRVIEW AT REDSTONE VILLAGE

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

4★

4★

4.50

0.47

BROOKSHIRE HEALTHCARE CENTER

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

3★

4★

4.03

0.82

HUNTSVILLE HEALTH & REHABILITATION, LLC

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

3★

3★

4.01

0.68

ROCKET CITY REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

1★

4★

4.18

1.32

REGENCY HEALTH CARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

1★

3★

4.40

0.56

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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WINDSOR HOUSE

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

1★

2★

2.76

0.45

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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THE HEALTH CENTER AT RESEARCH PARK

HUNTSVILLE, AL · For profit

1★

3★

3.48

0.67

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Huntsville?: Huntsville nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.77 RN HPRD. The Alabama state average is 3.25 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Huntsville?: Start with the CMS staffing star rating (target 4–5 stars) and total HPRD above 3.89. Check RN HPRD (target ≥ 1.0), weekend staffing levels, staff turnover (below 30% is excellent), and penalty/fine history. Request a tour and ask about staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends specifically.
Does Medicaid cover nursing homes in Huntsville?: Yes — Alabama Medicaid covers skilled nursing facility care for eligible residents. You must meet income and asset limits and receive a level-of-care determination. Check our Medicaid eligibility tool for Alabama-specific limits and the look-back period.

Data: CMS Payroll-Based Journal via Care Compare. Updated every 24 hours via ISR.