Kingman, AZ Utility & Living Guide

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Kingman, AZ Utility & Living Guide

Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.

Last updated: June 26, 2026
Total Utilities$290/mo
1BR Rent$1100/mo
Sales Tax8.35%
COL Index94 (-6% below national average)
Family Score7/10
Median Home$280,000
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$140/mo

UniSource Energy Services
🔥 Gas

N/A - Electric only
💧 Water

$50/mo

City of Kingman Water Department
🗑️ Garbage

$30/mo

Waste Management
📶 Internet

$70/mo

Combined Average Overhead$290/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1100/mo
2 Bedrooms$1400/mo
3 Bedrooms$1900/mo
Median Home Price$280,000
Property Tax Rate0.8%
Avg Childcare/mo$900

The housing market in Kingman is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. The city has seen some growth in recent years, but prices remain lower than in larger Arizona cities. Rentals are also available, including apartments and single-family homes.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

94

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-6% below national average

Groceries

96

Transportation

88

Healthcare

102

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax8.35%
Property Tax Rate0.8%
<p>State 5.6% + County 0.5% + City 2.3%</p>

Arizona has a state income tax rate ranging from 2.59% to 4.54%, depending on income level

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
7/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6.2/10

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

City Pulse

Population Trend
+2% (growing)
Political Climate
Red
Business Momentum
Moderate, with key industries including tourism, healthcare, and manufacturing
Top Local Concerns
Economic development, public safety, education
🚌 Transit for Families

Kingman has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and sidewalks

🎡 Top Kid Attractions
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    Kingman Museum
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    Hualapai Mountain Park
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    Route 66 Museum

Best Neighborhoods for Families

The best neighborhoods for families in Kingman include Downtown Kingman, which offers a mix of older and newer homes, and the Hualapai Mountain area, which provides easy access to outdoor recreation. The city also has several newer subdivisions with family-friendly amenities.

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📊 Kingman — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs

In Kingman, summer months bring higher electricity costs due to air conditioning usage, while winter months see lower costs. However, the city's mild winters mean that heating costs are relatively low compared to other parts of the country.

🏛️ Local Tax Details

Key ZIP code level tax info: property tax millage rates range from 0.5 to 1.5, depending on location within Mohave County

👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness

6, Kingman has decent sidewalk quality and park access, but elevator access in transit is limited, and family infrastructure is still developing

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