South Dakota: CMS Rating Breakdown
South Dakota is home to 96 CMS-certified nursing homes. According to current Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services data, these facilities carry an average Five-Star overall rating of 2.81 out of 5. The ownership structure includes 31 for-profit facilities, 60 nonprofit facilities, and 5 government-operated homes.
The Five-Star rating system has documented limitations and should be understood as a broad indicator rather than a definitive assessment of individual facility quality. A state-level average does not constitute a verdict on any particular nursing home's performance or suitability. Residents, families, and caregivers evaluating specific facilities should consult each home's individual Care Compare profile on the CMS website and review per-facility data directly. This information is presented for context only and does not constitute medical, financial, or legal advice.
How to read this. The star ratings here are official CMS Five-Star Quality figures, shown as the rating as of May2026 — a relative quality measure with documented limits, not a recommendation, guarantee, or medical/financial/legal advice. Always confirm the current rating and details on the facility’s live Medicare Care Compare profile, and involve the resident and their clinicians in any decision.
Ownership mix
| Ownership | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For Profit | 31 |
| Non Profit | 60 |
| Government | 5 |
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Informational only — not medical, financial, or legal advice. Senior Care by State reports official CMS Five-Star Quality data, which is a relative measure with documented limitations — not a recommendation or a guarantee that any facility is right for you. Choosing care is a personal medical and financial decision: confirm the current details with the facility directly, talk with the resident’s physician and care team, and verify ratings and coverage on Medicare.gov or with your state’s long-term-care or health agency before relying on anything here. For medical, financial, or legal questions, consult a qualified professional.