NORWOOD HEALTH CTR-CENTRAL

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How NORWOOD HEALTH CTR-CENTRAL Compares

NORWOOD HEALTH CTR-CENTRAL is a 32-bed government-owned nursing facility in Marshfield, Wisconsin. It holds an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the Wisconsin average of 3.0 stars. Its strongest area is staffing, rated 5 stars. Its rate of falls resulting in major injury (0.0%) is below the Wisconsin average of 3.2%, a favorable sign for resident care. With 32 certified beds, it maintains moderate occupancy at roughly 79% occupied.

Among the 3 nursing facilities ElderVoice tracks in Marshfield, 1 hold a 5-star rating and the local average is 3.3 stars.

By the numbers vs. Wisconsin average

• Falls with major injury: 0.0% — better than the Wisconsin average of 3.2% (100% lower).
• High-risk pressure ulcers: 0.0% — better than the Wisconsin average of 5.3% (100% lower).

Comparisons use CMS Care Compare data (updated May 4, 2026) measured against Wisconsin averages across 323 facilities tracked by ElderVoice.

The Senior Community Around Marshfield

Marshfield sits in Wood County, where adults 65 and older make up about 20.5% of the population — a higher share of seniors than Wisconsin as a whole (16.9% statewide). The area's median household income is lower than the state average, reflecting a more affordable area.

Residents 65+

14,918 (20.5%)

Median age

43.9 years

Median household income

$55,684

Median home value

$133,700

Demographics for Wood County from the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Provided as local context for families comparing care options near Marshfield.

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