What is the average nursing home staffing level in Tempe?

Tempe nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 5.56 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 1.61 RN HPRD. The Arizona state average is 3.78 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Tempe?

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 Tempe?

Yes — Arizona 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 Arizona-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Tempe, AZ Nursing Home Staffing

3 facilities · City avg 5.56 HPRD · 2 rated 5 stars

Facilities

5.56

Avg Total HPRD

1.61

Avg RN HPRD

2/3

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Arizona avg 3.78 total HPRD / 0.68 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Tempe

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

FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE OF TEMPE

TEMPE, AZ · Non profit

5★

5★

6.43

2.33

TEMPE POST ACUTE

TEMPE, AZ · For profit

5★

3★

3.52

0.52

MIRABELLA AT ASU

TEMPE, AZ · Non profit

3★

4★

6.73

1.99

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Tempe?: Tempe nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 5.56 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 1.61 RN HPRD. The Arizona state average is 3.78 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Tempe?: 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 Tempe?: Yes — Arizona 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 Arizona-specific limits and the look-back period.

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