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Prescott Valley, AZ Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$130/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
The housing market in Prescott Valley is growing rapidly, with new developments and subdivisions being built to accommodate the increasing population. The area offers a range of housing options, from affordable starter homes to luxury estates. However, the market can be competitive, and buyers may need to act quickly to secure their desired property.
Cost of Living
110
+10% above national average
105
92
102
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8.1% |
| Property Tax Rate | 0.8% |
| <p>State 5.6% + County 0.5% + City 2.0%</p> | |
Arizona has a state income tax rate ranging from 2.59% to 4.54%, depending on income level
Family & Relocation
55
7.2/10
$900/mo
City Pulse
Prescott Valley has a limited public transportation system, but it is relatively stroller-friendly, with accessible buses and sidewalks
- Prescott National Forest
- Watson Lake
- Heritage Park Zoo
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Household Budget Calculator
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📰 Live Local News
Prescott Valley has regulations in place regarding zoning, building codes, and environmental protection
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Prescott Valley — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
In Prescott Valley, utility costs tend to fluctuate seasonally, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning usage and lower bills in the winter. However, the area's mild winters mean that heating costs are relatively low compared to other parts of the country.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 86314 has a property tax millage rate of 0.75%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8/10, with wide sidewalks, accessible parks, and relatively flat terrain, making it easy to navigate with a stroller
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