Best Nursing Homes in Mississippi

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Jun 2026

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61 homes in Mississippi

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Mississippi Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

Government Data for Nursing Homes in Mississippi: Salaries, Revenues, Occupancy Rates, Ownership.

Other senior care options in Mississippi:

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The information below is reported by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau of Health Facilities Licensure.

45 facilities compared · CMS & MS Dept. of Health data


Gulfport Care Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Gulfport	90 Facility 90 MS AVG 70 Rank #81 / 267	82.2% Facility 82.2% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #69 / 115	0%	4.67 Facility 4.67 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #42 / 110	-28%	+1%	$24.3k Facility $24.3k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #90 / 114	24 Facility 24 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #86 / 113	6.0 Facility 6.0 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #101 / 113	5	70	-	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 33 Rank #248 / 319	Gerard And Alison Danos Childrens Tr	$6.9M Facility $6.9M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #85 / 106	$4.8M Facility $4.8M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #45 / 106	70.1% Facility 70.1% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #12 / 106	255341
Bedford Care Center of Petal	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Petal	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	95.0% Facility 95.0% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #16 / 115	+15%	5.42 Facility 5.42 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #19 / 110	-7%	+17%	$22.2k Facility $22.2k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #86 / 114	5 Facility 5 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #5 / 113	1.7 Facility 1.7 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #4 / 113	-	55	-	27 Facility 27 MS AVG 33 Rank #188 / 319	Bedford Health Properties, LLC	$8.7M Facility $8.7M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #62 / 106	$3.8M Facility $3.8M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #74 / 106	43.5% Facility 43.5% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #71 / 106	255149
Trend Health and Rehab of Meridian	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.	Meridian	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	91.7% Facility 91.7% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #35 / 115	+11%	5.68 Facility 5.68 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #16 / 110	+32%	+23%	$4.5k Facility $4.5k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #42 / 114	11 Facility 11 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #26 / 113	3.7 Facility 3.7 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #51 / 113	-	52	-	37 Facility 37 MS AVG 33 Rank #151 / 319	Jacquelin Holliday	$8.7M Facility $8.7M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #63 / 106	$3.6M Facility $3.6M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #81 / 106	40.8% Facility 40.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #77 / 106	255348
Lakeview Nursing Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Gulfport	105 Facility 105 MS AVG 70 Rank #54 / 267	77.1% Facility 77.1% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #86 / 115	-6%	4.71 Facility 4.71 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #42 / 110	-36%	+2%	$35.6k Facility $35.6k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #113 / 114	30 Facility 30 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #94 / 113	4.3 Facility 4.3 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #68 / 113	8	78	-	4 Facility 4 MS AVG 33 Rank #272 / 319	Lakeview Corporation	$12.0M Facility $12.0M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #28 / 106	$5.4M Facility $5.4M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #29 / 106	44.8% Facility 44.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #65 / 106	255182
Bedford Care Center of Hattiesburg	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Hattiesburg (Medical Boulevard)	100 Facility 100 MS AVG 70 Rank #68 / 267	88.0% Facility 88.0% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #52 / 115	+7%	4.53 Facility 4.53 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #55 / 110	-23%	-2%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #39 / 114	9 Facility 9 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #13 / 113	3.0 Facility 3.0 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #22 / 113	-	87	-	54 Facility 54 MS AVG 33 Rank #61 / 319	Lisa Fairchild	$12.9M Facility $12.9M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #21 / 106	$6.4M Facility $6.4M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #14 / 106	49.8% Facility 49.8% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #40 / 106	255158
Quitman County Health and Rehab Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Marks (Getwell Drive)	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	83.3% Facility 83.3% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #64 / 115	+1%	5.30 Facility 5.30 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #22 / 110	-54%	+14%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #1 / 114	10 Facility 10 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #23 / 113	3.3 Facility 3.3 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #34 / 113	-	47	-	22 Facility 22 MS AVG 33 Rank #207 / 319	Ashley Campbell	$7.4M Facility $7.4M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #78 / 106	$2.8M Facility $2.8M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #96 / 106	37.4% Facility 37.4% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #85 / 106	255344
Community Place	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). NC Nursing Care	Brandon	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	98.3% Facility 98.3% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #3 / 115	+19%	6.02 Facility 6.02 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #6 / 110	-59%	+30%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #1 / 114	15 Facility 15 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #42 / 113	5.0 Facility 5.0 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #86 / 113	-	54	-	16 Facility 16 MS AVG 33 Rank #223 / 319	Community Place	$7.3M Facility $7.3M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #81 / 106	$4.7M Facility $4.7M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #50 / 106	63.7% Facility 63.7% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #17 / 106	255285
Traceway Retirement Community	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.	Tupelo (West Main Street)	140 Facility 140 MS AVG 70 Rank #15 / 267	92.1% Facility 92.1% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #33 / 115	+12%	5.85 Facility 5.85 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #8 / 110	-43%	+26%	$24.9k Facility $24.9k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #1 / 114	17 Facility 17 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #56 / 113	2.8 Facility 2.8 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #18 / 113	1	129	-	43 Facility 43 MS AVG 33 Rank #122 / 319	United Methodist Senior Services Health Care, Inc	$22.0M Facility $22.0M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #2 / 106	$11.6M Facility $11.6M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #2 / 106	52.7% Facility 52.7% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #30 / 106	255309
Pleasant Hills Community Living Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Jackson (Bradie)	100 Facility 100 MS AVG 70 Rank #68 / 267	87.0% Facility 87.0% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #53 / 115	+6%	4.03 Facility 4.03 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #76 / 110	-3%	-13%	$75.3k Facility $75.3k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #100 / 114	22 Facility 22 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #83 / 113	2.8 Facility 2.8 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #18 / 113	2	83	A+	30 Facility 30 MS AVG 33 Rank #176 / 319	Landa Oglesby	$10.2M Facility $10.2M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #43 / 106	$5.2M Facility $5.2M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #35 / 106	51.4% Facility 51.4% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #34 / 106	255112
DeSoto Healthcare Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. PC Palliative Care RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Southaven (Brook Hollow)	120 Facility 120 MS AVG 70 Rank #23 / 267	75.8% Facility 75.8% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #92 / 115	-8%	4.54 Facility 4.54 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #55 / 110	-30%	-2%	$9.3k Facility $9.3k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #60 / 114	17 Facility 17 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #56 / 113	2.8 Facility 2.8 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #18 / 113	2	91	A+	25 Facility 25 MS AVG 33 Rank #196 / 319	Desoto Healthcare Inc	$13.9M Facility $13.9M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #13 / 106	$6.0M Facility $6.0M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #20 / 106	43.3% Facility 43.3% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #72 / 106	255296
Forrest General Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Hattiesburg (Parkhaven)	29 Facility 29 MS AVG 70 Rank #219 / 267	-	-	8.64 Facility 8.64 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #1 / 110	+89%	+87%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #1 / 114	3 Facility 3 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #2 / 113	1.0 Facility 1.0 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #1 / 113	-	27	-	67 Facility 67 MS AVG 33 Rank #19 / 319	-	-	-	-	255335
Poplar Springs Nursing Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Meridian	89 Facility 89 MS AVG 70 Rank #88 / 267	-	-	5.00 Facility 5.00 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #32 / 110	+20%	+8%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #1 / 114	20 Facility 20 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #72 / 113	3.3 Facility 3.3 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #34 / 113	-	17	-	0 Facility 0 MS AVG 33 Rank #294 / 319	Shelley Hale	$9.5M Facility $9.5M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #54 / 106	$5.1M Facility $5.1M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #38 / 106	53.7% Facility 53.7% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #26 / 106	255315
River Chase Village	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Gautier	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	91.7% Facility 91.7% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #35 / 115	+11%	4.06 Facility 4.06 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #68 / 110	-56%	-12%	$0 Facility $0 MS AVG $40.1k Rank #60 / 114	16 Facility 16 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #48 / 113	4.0 Facility 4.0 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #62 / 113	2	54	-	35 Facility 35 MS AVG 33 Rank #160 / 319	River Chase Village, Inc.	$7.4M Facility $7.4M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #77 / 106	$3.1M Facility $3.1M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #92 / 106	41.5% Facility 41.5% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #76 / 106	255289
Tunica Nursing Home	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).	Tunica	60 Facility 60 MS AVG 70 Rank #122 / 267	78.3% Facility 78.3% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #82 / 115	-5%	5.82 Facility 5.82 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #12 / 110	+7%	+26%	$63.3k Facility $63.3k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #58 / 114	17 Facility 17 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #56 / 113	3.4 Facility 3.4 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #43 / 113	5	49	-	49 Facility 49 MS AVG 33 Rank #87 / 319	Tunica Property LLC	$6.8M Facility $6.8M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #86 / 106	$3.5M Facility $3.5M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #82 / 106	51% Facility 51% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #35 / 106	255334
Courtyards Community Living Center	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary. NC Nursing Care RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Fulton	66 Facility 66 MS AVG 70 Rank #115 / 267	90.9% Facility 90.9% MS AVG 82.3% Rank #41 / 115	+10%	3.81 Facility 3.81 MS AVG 4.63 Rank #86 / 110	-6%	-18%	$117.7k Facility $117.7k MS AVG $40.1k Rank #107 / 114	39 Facility 39 MS AVG 16.9 Rank #107 / 113	6.5 Facility 6.5 MS AVG 3.8 Rank #105 / 113	11	58	A+	50 Facility 50 MS AVG 33 Rank #83 / 319	Clc Of Fulton, LLC	$7.8M Facility $7.8M MS AVG $9.6M Rank #71 / 106	$3.4M Facility $3.4M MS AVG $3.5M Rank #84 / 106	43.1% Facility 43.1% MS AVG 37.9% Rank #73 / 106	255212

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Overview of Queen City Nursing Center

Located in Meridian, MS, Queen City Nursing Center is a distinguished nursing home that offers rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Focusing on older adults’ welfare, personalized care plans are crafted to meet their unique needs around the clock. Physical and occupational therapy are also provided to improve residents’ living experiences.

As a participant of Medicare and Medicaid, this nursing home strives to ease residents’ financial burdens. Recreational activities and social events are also conducted to prevent residents from getting lonely. With its comprehensive care options and supportive setting, this nursing home is ideal for older adults with complex healthcare needs.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

CMS data
5 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Care Quality
20%
Staffing
20%
Regulatory
20%
Operational
5%
Environment

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

Includes
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
QM Rating
Long-Stay QM
Short-Stay QM

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Includes
Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
RN vs State
Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
RN Turnover

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
Citations
Citations/Inspection
Severe Citations
Fines
Accreditations

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

Includes
Occupancy vs State
Avg Length of Stay
Revenue
Payroll %
Years in Operation
Admin Tenure

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

Includes
Walk Score
BBB Rating

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What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Mississippi?

Assisted living in Mississippi is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Mississippi Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Mississippi Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 61 nursing homes in Mississippi. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Mississippi?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Mississippi, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Mississippi?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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