Best Nursing Homes in Alachua County
Compare 9 nursing homes in Alachua County, Florida.
About 16.0% of Alachua County's population is aged 65+ (46,719 residents). The 65+ population has grown +14.8% since 2020. Median household income is $59,659. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
| Facility | Rating | City | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc | 5 | Gainesville | Non-profit |
| Parklands Care Center And Rehab | 5 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Plaza Health And Rehab | 5 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Terrace Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | 5 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Palm Garden Of Gainesville | 4 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Gainesville Health and Rehabilitation | 3 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Magnolia Ridge Health And Rehabilitation Center | 3 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Aviata At North Florida | 2 | Gainesville | For-profit |
| Park Meadows Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center | 2 | Gainesville | For-profit |
Alachua County: residents 65+ over time
How are these ratings calculated?
The CMS five-star quality rating comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Read our plain-language explainer for nursing homes to understand exactly what each star means — and what it does not.
Data as of June 20, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.