What is the average nursing home staffing level in Buffalo?

Buffalo nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.93 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.64 RN HPRD. The New York state average is 4.25 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Buffalo?

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 Buffalo?

Yes — New York 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 New York-specific limits and the look-back period.

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Buffalo, NY Nursing Home Staffing

8 facilities · City avg 3.93 HPRD · 1 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.93

Avg Total HPRD

0.64

Avg RN HPRD

1/8

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: New York avg 4.25 total HPRD / 0.88 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Buffalo

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

ST CATHERINE LABOURE HEALTH CARE CENTER

BUFFALO, NY · Non profit

5★

5★

4.30

0.75

Terrace View Long Term Care Facility

Buffalo, NY · Government

3★

3★

4.28

0.89

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Humboldt House Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

BUFFALO, NY · For profit

2★

2★

3.04

0.41

⚠ 3 CMS fines on record

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Delaware Oaks Center for Rehabilitation and Nursin

Buffalo, NY · For profit

2★

2★

3.23

0.46

Safire Rehabilitation Of Southtown, L L C

Buffalo, NY · For profit

2★

3★

3.44

0.48

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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HIGHPOINTE ON MICHIGAN HEALTH CARE FACILITY

BUFFALO, NY · Non profit

2★

5★

5.41

1.16

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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ELLICOTT CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND NURSING

BUFFALO, NY · For profit

1★

1★

3.48

0.44

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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Buffalo Center For Rehabilitation And Nursing

BUFFALO, NY · For profit

1★

3★

4.22

0.52

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Buffalo?: Buffalo nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.93 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.64 RN HPRD. The New York state average is 4.25 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Buffalo?: 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 Buffalo?: Yes — New York 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 New York-specific limits and the look-back period.

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