Nursing homes in Chico, CA
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, Chico has 5 of the 14,690 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 2.0 of 5 CMS stars in August 2026, below the 3.2-star California average. Methodology.
- 5
- Certified homes
- 2.0 ★
- Well below average for CA · California 3.2
- 1
- Five-star homes
- 593
- Certified beds
All 5 nursing homes in Chico, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California Park Post Acute | 90 | None | |
| 2 | Chico Terrace Care Center | 76 | $35K | |
| 3 | Arbor Post Acute | 144 | $62K | |
| 4 | Oakwood Healthcare Center | 99 | $77K | |
| 5 | Autumn Creek Post Acute | 184 | $107K |
Ratings in Chico are best read against California and national peers: CMS force-curves the overall star within each state. See the full California directory or the national best-rated ranking.
Before you choose a nursing home in Chico
A star rating is a starting point, not the whole story. These guides explain what drives the numbers:
This page is for general information and comparison only and is not medical advice. CMS ratings measure relative performance, not absolute safety; confirm a facility's current status with the home and your physician or your state survey agency before making a decision.
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Nursing Home Compare 5-Star Quality Rating, Chico, CA · 2026 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.