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Compare Nursing Homes in Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater
Facilities:31
Avg Score:66.1
Scoring 75+:29%
Quick Answer
Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater has 31 Medicare-certified nursing homes with an average SunsetWell score of 66.1/100. Highest composite score shown: CLEARWATER CENTER (89/100). Typical costs range $6,000-$12,000/month for private pay. 29% of facilities score 75 or higher on the evidence composite.
Market Overview
Tampa's 31 skilled nursing facilities have an average SunsetWell evidence composite of 66.1.29% score 75 or higher. These figures summarize the available public inputs; review each facility's component data and current services before deciding.
The 46-point gap between the highest and lowest composite results shows how the combined public evidence varies in this market. Families should review current state inspection reports, tour multiple facilities, and verify Medicaid/Medicare acceptance before making decisions.
Score Distribution
90-100 (Exceptional)
0 facilities
75-89 (Excellent)
9 facilities
60-74 (Good)
12 facilities
40-59 (Average)
9 facilities
0-39 (Below Average)
0 facilities
⭐ Excellent (75–89)
#1
CLEARWATER CENTER
1270 TURNER ST, CLEARWATER, FL, 33756
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 3 stars
89
Excellent · 97th percentile in FL
#2
EXCEL CARE CENTER
2811 CAMPUS HILL DR, TAMPA, FL, 33612
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 5 stars
82
Excellent · 90th percentile in FL
#3
CARROLLWOOD CARE CENTER
15002 HUTCHINSON RD, TAMPA, FL, 33625
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
81
Excellent · 90th percentile in FL
#4
PALM GARDEN OF TAMPA
3612 E 138TH AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33613
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
81
Excellent · 89th percentile in FL
#5
NORTHDALE REHABILITATION CENTER
3030 BEARSS AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33618
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
78
Excellent · 83rd percentile in FL
#6
ADVANCED CARE CENTER
401 FAIRWOOD AVE, CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
77
Excellent · 80th percentile in FL
#7
Highland Pines Rehabilitation Center
1111 S HIGHLAND AVE, CLEARWATER, FL, 33756
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 3 stars
77
Excellent · 78th percentile in FL
#8
REGENCY OAKS HEALTH CENTER
2770 REGENCY OAKS BLVD, CLEARWATER, FL, 33759
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
76
Excellent · 77th percentile in FL
#9
YBOR CITY CENTER FOR REHABILITATION AND HEALING
1709 TALIAFERRO AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33602
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 5 stars
76
Excellent · 75th percentile in FL
Good (60–74)
#10
Vivo Healthcare Gandy
4610 S MANHATTAN AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33611
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
74
Good · 69th percentile in FL
#11
WHISPERING OAKS
1514 E CHELSEA ST, TAMPA, FL, 33610
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
74
Good · 68th percentile in FL
#12
WOODBRIDGE CARE CENTER AND REHAB
8720 JACKSON SPRINGS RD, TAMPA, FL, 33615
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
73
Good · 68th percentile in FL
#13
EAST BAY REHABILITATION CENTER
4470 E BAY DR, CLEARWATER, FL, 33764
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
71
Good · 61st percentile in FL
#14
PALM GARDEN OF CLEARWATER
3480 MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, CLEARWATER, FL, 33761
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
71
Good · 60th percentile in FL
#15
Aviata at Sand Key
1980 SUNSET POINT RD, CLEARWATER, FL, 33765
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 5 stars
71
Good · 59th percentile in FL
#16
FAIRWAY OAKS CENTER
13806 N 46TH ST, TAMPA, FL, 33613
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 3 stars
67
Good · 47th percentile in FL
#17
REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER OF TAMPA
4411 N HABANA AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33614
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
66
Good · 45th percentile in FL
#18
BAYSHORE POINTE NURSING AND REHAB CENTER
3117 W GANDY BLVD, TAMPA, FL, 33611
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 5 stars
65
Good · 40th percentile in FL
#19
AVIATA AT THE BAY
2916 HABANA WAY, TAMPA, FL, 33614
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
65
Good · 40th percentile in FL
#20
WESTCHESTER GARDENS HEALTH & REHABILITATION
3301 N MCMULLEN BOOTH RD, CLEARWATER, FL, 33761
Health: 3 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 5 stars
62
Good · 33rd percentile in FL
#21
AVIATA AT FLETCHER
518 W FLETCHER AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33612
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
61
Good · 30th percentile in FL
✓ Average (40–59)
#22
KENSINGTON GARDENS REHAB AND NURSING CENTER
2055 PALMETTO ST, CLEARWATER, FL, 33758
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 1 stars
Quality: 3 stars
58
Average · 25th percentile in FL
#23
BELLEAIR HEALTH CARE CENTER
1150 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, CLEARWATER, FL, 33756
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 3 stars
58
Average · 24th percentile in FL
#24
THE BRISTOL CARE CENTER
1818 E FLETCHER AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33612
Health: 1 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 3 stars
57
Average · 22nd percentile in FL
#25
ST. ANDREW POST-ACUTE REHABILITATION CENTER
16702 NORTH DALE MABRY HWY, TAMPA, FL, 33618
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
56
Average · 21st percentile in FL
#26
OAKS OF CLEARWATER, THE
420 BAY AVE, CLEARWATER, FL, 33756
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 3 stars
55
Average · 18th percentile in FL
#27
CANTERBURY TOWERS INC
3501 BAYSHORE BLVD, TAMPA, FL, 33629
Health: 4 stars
Staffing: 5 stars
Quality: 4 stars
52
Average · 14th percentile in FL
#28
BLUE PALMS HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER AT FLE
4100 E FLETCHER AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33613
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 2 stars
Quality: 5 stars
44
Average · 8th percentile in FL
#29
ELON MANOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER
1203 E 22ND AVE, TAMPA, FL, 33605
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 4 stars
Quality: 4 stars
44
Average · 8th percentile in FL
#30
GULFSIDE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER
1100 N PINE ST, CLEARWATER, FL, 33756
Health: 2 stars
Staffing: 3 stars
Quality: 4 stars
43
Average · 7th percentile in FL
How to Choose the Right Facility
If quality is your top priority:
→ Consider: CLEARWATER CENTER, EXCEL CARE CENTER, CARROLLWOOD CARE CENTER
These facilities score 75+ on the combined evidence composite. Open each profile to see whether inspections, staffing, and clinical measures tell a consistent story.
For urgent placement:
Contact several facilities to confirm current availability and required services. Consider expanding the search to nearby metros if needed, and ask a discharge planner or ombudsman for help interpreting urgent options.
Important: Always tour facilities personally, review current state inspection reports, and verify Medicare/Medicaid acceptance before making final decisions. Scores provide a consistent comparison but cannot replace in-person evaluation.
Detailed Comparison
| Rank | Facility | SunsetWell Score® (0-100 weighted) | Percentile (vs. state peers) | Health | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 89 | 97th | 1/5 | 2/5 | 3/5 | |
| 2 | 82 | 90th | 3/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 | |
| 3 | 81 | 90th | 3/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 4 | 81 | 89th | 2/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 5 | 78 | 83rd | 3/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 6 | 77 | 80th | 3/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 7 | 77 | 78th | 1/5 | 1/5 | 3/5 | |
| 8 | 76 | 77th | 1/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 9 | 76 | 75th | 2/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 | |
| 10 | 74 | 69th | 1/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 11 | 74 | 68th | 2/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 12 | 73 | 68th | 2/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 13 | 71 | 61st | 3/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 14 | 71 | 60th | 1/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 15 | 71 | 59th | 1/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 | |
| 16 | 67 | 47th | 2/5 | 2/5 | 3/5 | |
| 17 | 66 | 45th | 1/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 18 | 65 | 40th | 2/5 | 4/5 | 5/5 | |
| 19 | 65 | 40th | 1/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 20 | 62 | 33rd | 3/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 | |
| 21 | 61 | 30th | 1/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 | |
| 22 | 58 | 25th | 1/5 | 1/5 | 3/5 | |
| 23 | 58 | 24th | 4/5 | 2/5 | 3/5 | |
| 24 | 57 | 22nd | 1/5 | 3/5 | 3/5 | |
| 25 | 56 | 21st | 2/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 26 | 55 | 18th | 2/5 | 2/5 | 3/5 | |
| 27 | 52 | 14th | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4/5 | |
| 28 | 44 | 8th | 2/5 | 2/5 | 5/5 | |
| 29 | 44 | 8th | 2/5 | 4/5 | 4/5 | |
| 30 | 43 | 7th | 2/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Additional Resources
State Oversight
- • State Health Department: Check current inspection reports
- • Medicare Nursing Home Compare: medicare.gov/care-compare
- • State Ombudsman: Resident advocacy and complaints
Financial Planning
- • Elder Law Attorney Referral: Plan Medicaid eligibility
- • Veterans Benefits: VA Aid & Attendance
- • Long-Term Care Insurance: Review policy coverage
Disclaimer: This guide is educational only. SunsetWell scores are based on CMS data and peer-group analysis. Always tour facilities personally, speak with staff, review current state inspection reports, and consult healthcare professionals before making placement decisions.
Last updated: June 2026 | Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare, State Health Departments, SunsetWell Analysis