Best Nursing Homes in Polk County
Compare 25 nursing homes in Polk County, Florida.
About 19.2% of Polk County's population is aged 65+ (163,908 residents). The 65+ population has grown +12.8% since 2020. Median household income is $63,644. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Polk County: residents 65+ over time
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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.