Nursing homes in Salinas, CA
According to the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare program, Salinas has 5 of the 14,703 certified U.S. nursing homes, averaging 3.6 of 5 CMS stars in March 2026, above the 3.1-star California average. Methodology.
- 5
- Certified homes
- 3.6 ★
- Above average for CA · California 3.1
- 2
- Five-star homes
- 482
- Certified beds
All 5 nursing homes in Salinas, ranked
| # | Facility | Overall rating | Beds | Fines (3-yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor the Ridge Rehabilitation Center | 103 | None | |
| 2 | Pacific Coast Post Acute | 149 | $7K | |
| 3 | Katherine Healthcare | 51 | None | |
| 4 | Windsor Skyline Care Center | 80 | $64K | |
| 5 | Salinas Valley Post Acute | 99 | None |
Ratings in Salinas 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 Salinas
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, Salinas, CA · 2024 Star ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Updated quarterly by CMS.
