Best Nursing Homes in Rutherford County
Compare 5 nursing homes in Rutherford County, North Carolina.
About 23.1% of Rutherford County's population is aged 65+ (15,130 residents). The 65+ population has grown +7.6% since 2020. Median household income is $49,771. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
| Facility | Rating | City | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Haven Home Inc | 5 | Bostic | For-profit |
| Fair Haven of Forest City, LLC | 4 | Forest City | For-profit |
| Hilltop Health and Rehabilitation | 4 | Rutherfordton | For-profit |
| Oak Grove Healthcare | 4 | Rutherfordton | For-profit |
| Willow Ridge Of NC | 2 | Rutherfordton | For-profit |
Rutherford 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.