Kingman is a relatively small city of almost 34,000 residents, including a large community of seniors aged 65 or older making up about 23% of the population. Located along historic Route 66, Kingman offers older adults many museums and attractions. It’s in the northwestern part of Arizona, near California and Nevada, providing many areas to explore. Seniors benefit from a lower-than-average cost of living and violent crime rate, with cleaner air and near-zero snowfall. 

Assisted living provides aging adults with the level of daily personal care they need while helping them retain their independence in a homelike setting with numerous social opportunities. It’s not intended for those requiring around-the-clock nursing care. The average cost of assisted living in Kingman is $4,700, making it higher than the state and national averages. 

Seniors in Kingman, AZ, can learn more about assisted living in this guide, including how the average cost compares to other cities in the state and other senior care options. The guide also details several pros and cons of retiring in Kingman and lists organizations offering free or low-cost services for aging adults to promote ongoing independence.

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Kingman, AZ

White Cliffs Senior Living

3600 Peterson Road, Kingman, AZ, 86409

White Cliffs Senior Living is located in Kingman, Arizona, close to Kingman Regional Medical Center, Interstate 40 and a Walmart Superstore. Visitors describe this facility as being similar to a high- … (read more)
White Cliffs Senior Living is located in Kingman, Arizona, close to Kingman Regional Medical Center, Interstate 40 and a Walmart Superstore. Visitors describe this facility as being similar to a high- … (read more)

La Bella Assisted Living

1721 Palo Verde Dr, Kingman, AZ, 86409

La Bella Assisted Living in Kingman, Arizona, is situated near Stockton Hill Road and within walking distance to Canyon Shadows Neighborhood Park. Its central location places it close to a Starbucks, … (read more)
La Bella Assisted Living in Kingman, Arizona, is situated near Stockton Hill Road and within walking distance to Canyon Shadows Neighborhood Park. Its central location places it close to a Starbucks, … (read more)

Hope Haven Assisted Living Home

2615 Chambers Ave #5254, Kingman, AZ, 86401

I toured Hope Haven. It was very clean, perhaps a little small, but on the same token, it is what I am looking for. They have cards and bingo. The staff members were very friendly.
I toured Hope Haven. It was very clean, perhaps a little small, but on the same token, it is what I am looking for. They have cards and bingo. The staff members were very friendly.

The Gardens at Kingman

1031 DETROIT AVE, Kingman, AZ, 86401

The Gardens at Kingman is convenient to U.S. Route 93, Firefighter’s Memorial Park and Kingman Regional Medical Center in Kingman, Arizona. Living accommodations consist of three different floor plans … (read more)
The Gardens at Kingman is convenient to U.S. Route 93, Firefighter’s Memorial Park and Kingman Regional Medical Center in Kingman, Arizona. Living accommodations consist of three different floor plans … (read more)

Helen’s Place Assisted Living Home

1025 SUNRISE AVENUE, Kingman, AZ, 86401

Helen’s Place Assisted Living Home is in Kingman, Arizona, near Interstate 40, U.S. Highway 93 and Firefighter’s Memorial Park. Visitors say the staff seems nice and comment positively on the rooms’ … (read more)
Helen’s Place Assisted Living Home is in Kingman, Arizona, near Interstate 40, U.S. Highway 93 and Firefighter’s Memorial Park. Visitors say the staff seems nice and comment positively on the rooms’ … (read more)

White Oaks Assisted Living

3862 NORTH MELODY STREET, Kingman, AZ, 86401

Located close to Interstate 40 in Kingman, Arizona, White Oaks Assisted Living is just blocks from the Mohave County Fairgrounds and Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course. According to guests, this facility is at … (read more)
Located close to Interstate 40 in Kingman, Arizona, White Oaks Assisted Living is just blocks from the Mohave County Fairgrounds and Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course. According to guests, this facility is at … (read more)

Cerbat Guest Home

2364 CARVER AVENUE, Kingman, AZ, 86401


COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Kingman

Since most COVID-19 rules for Assisted Living Communities and other Senior Living Facilities are set at the state level, you can view the specific rules for your state on our Guide to Assisted Living in Arizona. Keep in mind that every community has specific policies that they put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Kingman

The Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing regulates and licenses residential care facilities, including assisted living communities. This Department performs an on-site inspection of each facility as part of a substantive review before initial licensing. It also investigates complaints made against a facility.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Kingman

  • Kingman’s climate is extremely dry, averaging only 8 inches of rain yearly, compared to the national average of 28. It’s also very sunny, with 290 sunshine-filled days compared to 205 nationally, providing seniors plenty of warm, dry days to enjoy the great outdoors. Although winters can get cold, with about 50 days of overnight lows below freezing, there’s usually no snow or nighttime temperatures below 0.
  • Older adults watching their budgets benefit from Kingman’s lower-than-average cost of living, which is lower than the national average by about 11% and the state average by 17%. Although health care costs are a bit high, seniors save money on groceries (5% lower), transportation (25% lower) and miscellaneous goods and services (20% lower) compared to the national average.
  • From a health standpoint, air quality in Kingman rates 78 out of 100, making it better than the national average of 58. However, water quality is slightly under par, scoring 50 out of 100, with the national average at 55. The city also lacks physicians, with 137 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national average of 210. Luckily, it does have a high-performing local hospital, Kingman Regional Medical Center.
  • Like the rest of Arizona, Kingman has notably low income taxes, benefiting seniors on fixed incomes. As of 2023, residents pay a flat 2.5% for state income taxes, putting Arizona among the top 10 most tax-friendly states for seniors. Older adults won’t pay income taxes on Social Security benefits or military pensions. Up to $2,500 of income from federal and designated state and local government retirement plans is also exempt.
  • Although sales taxes are notoriously high in many parts of the state, seniors in Kingman won’t have this worry. Arizona’s state sales tax rate is 5.6%, but localities can add up to 5.3%. As part of Mohave County, Kingman residents only pay an additional 0.25% in county sales taxes, but no additional city tax for a combined total of 5.85%. This rate makes sales taxes in Kingman and Mohave County lower than 98.9% of Arizona’s other cities and counties.

Paying for Assisted Living in Kingman

The average cost of assisted living in Kingman is $4,700, but the actual price a senior pays for living in a specific community varies. Housing options, amenities, services, level of care and pricing structure can all impact the final total. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Kingman’s average cost of assisted living is higher than the national average by $200 and $700 more than the state average. It’s also higher than most cities in the state, including Yuma at $3,800, Phoenix at $3,975 and Tucson at $4,050. However, it’s not the most expensive city in the state. It’s lower than Flagstaff’s average by $300.

$4700

Kingman

$4000

Arizona

$4500

United States

$3800

Yuma

$3975

Phoenix

$4050

Tucson

$5000

Flagstaff

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Aging adults wanting to compare their senior care options will discover that assisted living costs in Kingman are the lowest. Aging in place at home costs an average of $5,148 for nonmedical in-home care and home health care. Residence in a semiprivate room of a nursing home facility runs even higher at $5,962.

$5148

In-Home Care

$5148

Home Health Care

$4700

Assisted Living Facility

$5962

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

Note: Data for Kingman was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lake Havasu, was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Kingman

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Arizona

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Kingman

Nonprofits and government organizations in Kingman, Mohave County and Arizona offer various free or low-cost resources for seniors in assisted living to help them remain as independent as possible. Aging-related resources in the area range from transportation assistance to volunteer opportunities. 

Resource

Contact 

Services

(800) 782-1886

WACOG Area Agency on Aging assists seniors aged 60 or older in Kingman and throughout Mohave County with programs and services that support their independence in their homes or assisted living communities. Programs include senior nutrition, benefits counseling, senior transportation and care assistance.

(928) 753-6247

Specially trained long-term care ombudsmen act as advocates for seniors in long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities. They help residents resolve complaints and ensure they know their rights. Services are free and confidential. Ombudsmen routinely visit facilities to talk to residents, monitor conditions and identify any issues.

(928) 757-2778

The Kathryn Heidenreich Adult Center in Kingman is a nonprofit organization promoting social activities for older adults. Although seniors in assisted living have access to social programs in their communities, the center provides another outlet off-site. Programs include movie nights, socials, health and wellness workshops, dances and many others.

(602) 255-3373

ADVS provides direct services to veterans throughout Arizona by providing state-wide coordination and assistance to organizations serving Veterans. It administers more than 50 benefits counselors throughout the state to help seniors in Kingman receive the benefits they deserve.

(866) 856-3017

Northern Arizona University administers RSVP in Mohave County and other surrounding counties to provide seniors aged 55 or older with an outlet to volunteer their time in their communities. Placement in local volunteer positions helps seniors continue their education and attend socials and other gatherings while making a difference.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Kingman

Kingman Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Arizona