Best Nursing Homes in Essex County
Compare 32 nursing homes in Essex County, New Jersey.
About 14.7% of Essex County's population is aged 65+ (129,433 residents). The 65+ population has grown +11.1% since 2020. Median household income is $76,712. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Essex 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.