Brookdale (NYSE: BKD) posts higher Q2 2026 and June occupancy
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Brookdale Senior Living Inc. reported improved senior housing occupancy for June 2026 and the second quarter of 2026. Second quarter consolidated weighted average occupancy reached 82.4%, an increase of 230 basis points from the same quarter in 2025 and 30 basis points sequentially.
For June 2026, consolidated weighted average occupancy was 82.5%, up 200 basis points year-over-year, with month-end occupancy rising 20 basis points from May. Same community weighted average occupancy for June was 83.0%, improving 90 basis points year-over-year and 10 basis points sequentially, supported by June having the highest monthly net move-ins so far in 2026.
As of June 30, 2026, Brookdale operated 541 communities across 41 states with the ability to serve approximately 46,000 residents.
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8-K Event Classification
3 items: 2.02, 7.01, 9.01
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Item 2.02
Results of Operations and Financial Condition
Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure
Disclosure
Material non-public information disclosed under Regulation Fair Disclosure, often investor presentations or guidance.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Q2 2026 consolidated weighted average occupancy: 82.4%
June 2026 consolidated weighted average occupancy: 82.5%
June 2026 same community weighted average occupancy: 83.0%
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6 metrics
Q2 2026 consolidated weighted average occupancy
82.4%
Up 230 basis points year-over-year; 30 basis points sequentially
June 2026 consolidated weighted average occupancy
82.5%
Increased 200 basis points year-over-year
June 2026 same community weighted average occupancy
83.0%
Improved 90 basis points year-over-year and 10 basis points sequentially
June 2026 same community month-end occupancy change
30 basis points
Sequential month-end increase, supported by highest 2026 net move-ins
Number of communities
541 communities
Operating across 41 states as of June 30, 2026
Resident capacity
Approximately 46,000 residents
Ability to serve as of June 30, 2026
Key Terms
weighted average occupancy, same community, basis points, Regulation FD Disclosure, +1 more
5 terms
weighted average occupancy financial
"Second quarter weighted average occupancy grew 230 basis points year-over-year to 82.4% in 2026."
Weighted average occupancy measures how full a portfolio of properties or units is overall by giving larger properties or more revenue-generating units more influence on the average. Think of it like calculating a classroom’s average test score where bigger classes count more: it tells investors the true, size-adjusted level of occupancy across a group of assets and therefore the likely revenue, cash flow and operational efficiency of the portfolio.
same community financial
"June same community occupancy results: Weighted average occupancy of 83.0% improved 90 basis points year-over-year and 10 basis points sequentially."
“Same community” means a shared geographic area or group of people who live, work, or interact in similar ways and who are relevant to a company’s business, customers, employees or regulators. For investors it signals overlap in markets, customers or regulatory exposure—like several stores on the same street sharing the same foot traffic—so events affecting that community can meaningfully change revenue, risk or reputation across connected businesses.
basis points financial
"Second quarter weighted average occupancy grew 230 basis points year-over-year to 82.4% in 2026."
Basis points are a way to measure small changes in interest rates or percentages, where one basis point equals 0.01%. For example, if a loan's interest rate increases by 50 basis points, it's gone up by 0.50%. They help people understand tiny differences in rates that can add up over time, making financial comparisons clearer.
Regulation FD Disclosure regulatory
"Section 7 - Regulation Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure."
Regulation FD disclosure requires public companies to share important, market-moving information with everyone at the same time instead of tipping off analysts or large investors first. Think of it as making sure all players on a field hear the same announcement simultaneously; that fairness helps investors trust that stock prices reflect the same information and reduces the risk of sudden, unfair trading advantages or regulatory penalties for selective leaks.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company Section 2 - Financial Information Item 2.02"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.
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FAQ
How did Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) occupancy trend in Q2 2026?
Brookdale’s consolidated weighted average occupancy for Q2 2026 was 82.4%, up 230 basis points year-over-year. Sequentially, Q2 occupancy increased 30 basis points, indicating steady improvement compared with both the prior quarter and the same period in 2025.
What was Brookdale Senior Living (BKD) June 2026 consolidated occupancy?
In June 2026, Brookdale’s consolidated weighted average occupancy was 82.5%, a 200 basis point increase year-over-year. Month-end occupancy for June also improved, rising 20 basis points from May 2026, reflecting continued strengthening of resident demand.
How did same community occupancy perform for Brookdale (BKD) in June 2026?
Brookdale’s June 2026 same community weighted average occupancy was 83.0%, improving 90 basis points year-over-year. It also rose 10 basis points sequentially, with month-end occupancy up 30 basis points, supported by June delivering the highest monthly net move-ins so far in 2026.
How large is Brookdale Senior Living’s (BKD) operating platform as of June 30, 2026?
As of June 30, 2026, Brookdale operated 541 senior living communities across 41 states. These communities collectively have the ability to serve approximately 46,000 residents, highlighting the company’s sizeable national footprint in senior housing.
What information did Brookdale (BKD) furnish in this July 9, 2026 8-K?
Brookdale furnished a press release announcing June 2026 occupancy and related second quarter 2026 occupancy data. The company noted this information is furnished, not filed, under the Exchange Act, and provided the release as Exhibit 99.1 to the report.
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Section 2 - Financial Information
Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On July 9, 2026, Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (the "Company") issued a press release announcing its occupancy for June 2026 and certain other information regarding the quarter ended June 30, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.
The information furnished pursuant to this Current Report on Form 8-K (including the exhibit hereto) shall not be considered "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any filing by the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, unless the Company expressly sets forth by specific reference in such filing that such information is to be considered "filed" or incorporated by reference therein.
Section 7 - Regulation FD
Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
The information set forth in Item 2.02 of this report is incorporated herein by reference.
Section 9 - Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits
99.1 Press Release dated July 9, 2026
104 Cover Page interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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| Date: | July 9, 2026 | By: | /s/ Dawn L. Kussow | ||||||||||||||
| Name: | Dawn L. Kussow | ||||||||||||||||
| Title: | Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer | ||||||||||||||||
Brookdale Reports June 2026 Occupancy Brentwood, Tenn., July 9, 2026 – Brookdale Senior Living Inc. (NYSE: BKD) reported today its occupancy for June 2026. Brookdale’s Consolidated Occupancy 76% 78% 80% 82% 84% Jun 2025 Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 2026 Feb Mar Apr May June Average for Month Month end Wtd. Avg. 2Q 2026 82.4% 1Q 2026 82.1% 4Q 2025 82.5% 3Q 2025 81.8% 2Q 2025 80.1% 1Q 2025 79.3% 4Q 2024 79.4% 3Q 2024 78.9% 2Q 2024 78.1% 1Q 2024 77.9% 2025 2026 Consolidated Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Wtd. avg. 80.5% 81.1% 81.8% 82.5% 82.6% 82.5% 82.4% 82.3% 82.1% 82.0% 82.3% 82.5% 82.5% Month end 82.2% 82.6% 83.2% 83.8% 83.7% 83.4% 83.7% 83.3% 83.2% 83.3% 83.4% 83.5% 83.7% 2025 2026 Same Community Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Wtd. avg. 82.1% 82.8% 83.2% 83.5% 83.7% 83.6% 83.4% 83.0% 82.8% 82.5% 82.8% 82.9% 83.0% Month end 83.8% 84.1% 84.5% 84.8% 84.9% 84.4% 84.4% 84.0% 83.9% 83.9% 83.9% 84.0% 84.3% Second Quarter and June 2026 Occupancy Observations Second quarter consolidated occupancy results: o Second quarter weighted average occupancy grew 230 basis points year-over-year to 82.4% in 2026. o Sequential second quarter weighted average occupancy grew 30 basis points. June consolidated occupancy results: o June 2026 weighted average occupancy increased 200 basis points year-over-year to 82.5%. o Month end occupancy grew 20 basis points sequentially. June same community occupancy results: o Weighted average occupancy of 83.0% improved 90 basis points year-over-year and 10 basis points sequentially. o Month end occupancy grew 30 basis points sequentially underpinned by June having the highest monthly net move-ins so far in 2026. Exhibit 99.1
About Brookdale Senior Living Brookdale Senior Living Inc. is the nation’s premier operator of senior living communities. With 541 communities across 41 states and the ability to serve approximately 46,000 residents as of June 30, 2026, Brookdale is committed to its mission of enriching the lives of seniors through compassionate care, clinical expertise, and exceptional service. The Company, through its affiliates, operates independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities, offering tailored solutions that help empower seniors to live with dignity, connection, and purpose. Leveraging deep expertise in healthcare, hospitality, and real estate, Brookdale creates opportunities for wellness, personal growth, and meaningful relationships in settings that feel like home. Guided by its four cornerstones of passion, courage, partnership, and trust, Brookdale is committed to delivering exceptional value and redefining senior living for a brighter, healthier future. Brookdale's stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol BKD. For more information, visit brookdale.com or connect with Brookdale on Facebook or YouTube. Mike Grant, VP Investor Relations • (615) 564-8104 • email: Mike.Grant@brookdale.com