What is the average nursing home staffing level in Boston?

Boston nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.52 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.99 RN HPRD. The Massachusetts state average is 4.35 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Boston?

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 Boston?

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

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Boston, MA Nursing Home Staffing

11 facilities · City avg 4.52 HPRD · 5 rated 5 stars

Facilities

4.52

Avg Total HPRD

0.99

Avg RN HPRD

5/11

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Massachusetts avg 4.35 total HPRD / 0.95 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Boston

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

SPAULDING NURSING AND THERAPY CENTER - BRIGHTON

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

5★

5★

7.35

3.21

BOSTON HOME, INC (THE)

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

5★

5★

6.10

0.81

LAUREL RIDGE REHAB AND SKILLED CARE CENTER

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

5★

4★

4.21

0.38

GERMAN CENTER FOR EXTENDED CARE

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

5★

4★

3.77

0.62

RECUPERATIVE SERVICES UNIT-HEBREW REHAB CENTER

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

5★

3★

5.02

1.19

PRESENTATION REHAB AND SKILLED CARE CENTER

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

4★

5★

4.41

0.82

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Armenian Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

3★

1★

3.88

0.37

SHERRILL HOUSE

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

2★

3★

3.66

0.68

Care Village at Parkway

BOSTON, MA · For profit

2★

2★

3.14

0.53

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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NORTH END REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER

BOSTON, MA · For profit

2★

3★

4.57

1.47

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Benjamin Healthcare Center

BOSTON, MA · Non profit

1★

4★

3.63

0.80

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Boston?: Boston nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 4.52 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.99 RN HPRD. The Massachusetts state average is 4.35 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Boston?: 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 Boston?: Yes — Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts-specific limits and the look-back period.

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