What is the average nursing home staffing level in Akron?

Akron nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.43 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.49 RN HPRD. The Ohio state average is 3.68 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.

How do I choose a nursing home in Akron?

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 Akron?

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

CMS PBJ Data · 2026

Akron, OH Nursing Home Staffing

12 facilities · City avg 3.43 HPRD · 3 rated 5 stars

Facilities

3.43

Avg Total HPRD

0.49

Avg RN HPRD

3/12

5-Star Rated

Benchmarks: Ohio avg 3.68 total HPRD / 0.62 RN · National avg 3.89 total / 0.69 RN · Federal minimum 3.48 total / 0.55 RN

All Nursing Homes in Akron

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

OHIO LIVING ROCKYNOL

AKRON, OH · Non profit

5★

1★

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REGENCY CARE OF COPLEY

AKRON, OH · For profit

5★

3★

3.94

1.00

PEBBLE CREEK HEALTHCARE CENTER

AKRON, OH · For profit

5★

3★

3.55

0.56

ST LUKE LUTHERAN COMMUNITY-PORTAGE LAKES

AKRON, OH · Non profit

4★

1★

3.15

0.21

GREEN VILLAGE SKILLED NURSING & REHABILITATION LTD

AKRON, OH · For profit

4★

2★

3.60

0.74

HICKORY RIDGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER

AKRON, OH · For profit

3★

1★

3.20

0.31

PHOENIX OF FAIRLAWN

AKRON, OH · For profit

3★

3★

4.13

0.46

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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DIVINE REHABILITATION AND NURSING AT CANAL POINTE

AKRON, OH · For profit

2★

2★

3.14

0.25

HIGHLAND SQUARE NURSING AND REHABILITATION

AKRON, OH · For profit

2★

1★

3.14

0.53

⚠ 5 CMS fines on record

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WYANT WOODS HEALTHCARE CENTER

AKRON, OH · For profit

2★

2★

3.01

0.31

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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BATH MANOR SPECIAL CARE CENTRE

AKRON, OH · For profit

2★

1★

3.72

0.60

⚠ 1 CMS fine on record

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THE MERRIMAN

AKRON, OH · For profit

1★

1★

3.17

0.44

⚠ 2 CMS fines on record

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average nursing home staffing level in Akron?: Akron nursing homes in this CMS data sample average 3.43 total nursing hours per resident per day (HPRD), with 0.49 RN HPRD. The Ohio state average is 3.68 HPRD and the U.S. national average is 3.89 HPRD.
How do I choose a nursing home in Akron?: 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 Akron?: Yes — Ohio 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 Ohio-specific limits and the look-back period.

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