Who owns New Jersey nursing homes
Ownership shapes staffing and cost decisions. Here is how New Jersey nursing homes compare by ownership type, and which chains operate the most homes.
CMS data as of August 1, 2026. Nursing homes only; assisted living is not covered by Medicare ratings.
By ownership type
| Ownership | Homes | Average Medicare stars | Typical nursing hours | Share fined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For profit | 287 | 3.2 | 3.52 hrs | 44% |
| Non profit | 53 | 4.0 | 4.53 hrs | 23% |
| Government | 8 | 4.0 | 4.94 hrs | 38% |
Largest chains in New Jersey
69% of New Jersey nursing homes belong to a chain. Counts are homes we list in New Jersey.
- Complete care43 homes · average 3.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- Careone20 homes · average 3.5 of 5 Medicare stars
- Marquis health sErvices17 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Atlas healthcare12 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- GenesIs healthcare12 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Ocean healthcare11 homes · average 2.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- Autumn lake healthcare11 homes · average 2.7 of 5 Medicare stars
- Mb healthcare10 homes · average 3.9 of 5 Medicare stars
- Allaire health sErvices8 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
- Alaris health8 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Family of caring healthcare8 homes · average 3.8 of 5 Medicare stars
- ArisTacare7 homes · average 3.1 of 5 Medicare stars
- Springpoint sEnior living7 homes · average 3.6 of 5 Medicare stars
- Preferred care7 homes · average 4.4 of 5 Medicare stars
- ExcelsIor care group6 homes · average 3.0 of 5 Medicare stars
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information (ownership type, chain affiliation). Averages are simple averages of Medicare overall star ratings; they describe groups, not any single home. A ranking is a starting point for questions, not a verdict. Always check the current Medicare record and visit in person.