Nursing Homes in Pierce County, Washington

21 Medicare-certified nursing homes serve Pierce County, averaging 2.8 out of 5 overall among rated providers. Below are provider profiles with CMS ratings, inspections, staffing, and ownership.

Browse: Nursing Homes in Washington · all care types in Pierce County · Cities: University Place, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Orting

Nursing Homes profiles in Pierce County

Cities in Pierce County

University Place, WA 1 facilities Tacoma, WA 11 facilities Gig Harbor, WA 3 facilities Puyallup, WA 5 facilities Orting, WA 1 facilities

Choosing a nursing home in Pierce County

When comparing nursing homes, review the health inspection findings behind the star rating, check nurse staffing levels and turnover, and ask about rehabilitation services, memory care, and how care plans are reviewed.

The best comparison uses several signals at once: inspection history, nurse staffing, quality measures, and the specific services a person needs. Ratings summarize those signals but never replace a visit or a conversation with staff.

Families in Pierce County should ask about Medicare and Medicaid participation, current openings, care planning, and how concerns are escalated after hours. In-person visits and direct questions remain the most reliable way to judge fit.

Frequently asked questions

How many nursing homes are in Pierce County?

The current CMS snapshot lists 21 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Pierce County, Washington, with an average overall CMS rating of 2.8 out of 5 among rated providers.

Which cities in Pierce County have nursing homes?

University Place, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, Puyallup, Orting have Medicare-certified nursing homes in the current snapshot.

Data sources

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog. Data processing date: 2026-10-06.

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