Kingman Assisted Living

Kingman Arizona has earned its nickname, the Heart of Route 66. Parts of the road are still being traveled in Kingman and there is a wonderful Route 66 Museum located here, right across the street from the Mojave Museum of History and Arts. The senior population is about 12 percent in Arizona, and is growing due to the wonderful climate, natural beauty and clean environment. Kingman features beautiful city parks, two public golf courses and plenty of regional attractions. Situated only 95 miles from the City of Entertainment Las Vegas, Kingman is a very attractive retirement destination for so many reasons.

The city of Kingman straddles the majestic and scenic Hualapai Mountains, the Cerbat and the Black Mountains, with the beautiful tourist destination Sitgreaves Pass located nearby. The mountains offer many recreational opportunities such as backpacking, hiking, camping and picnicking. There are several historical ghost towns in Kingman including the famous town of Oatman. Visitors to Oatman are thrilled by dozens of wild burro’s that make their way down from the mountains every day in search of the food offered by friendly visitors. Oatman also features "live" gunfights on weekends, making it a truly fascinating tourist destination and a great example of an old fashioned Western town from the days of the famous gold rush.

The lakes and rivers near Kingman offer water enthusiasts plenty of opportunities for fishing and boating. And Kingman is a very short commute to Las Vegas, Phoenix, Laughlin and the beautiful Grand Canyon National Park. Residents love the beautiful scenery that is a part of everyday life in Kingman, along with a very warm and inviting climate.

Other excellent attractions include the Keepers Of The Wild Animal Sanctuary and the Kingman Army Airfield Historical Society and Museum. Aircraft enthusiasts will find Kingman to be a fascinating area with a rich aviation history.

There are two major hospitals located in Kingman, the Hualapai Mountain Medical Center and the Kingman Regional Medical Center, with both offering emergency care. There are three other hospitals located in close proximity to Kingman including the Western Arizona Regional Medical Center, which is also an acute care hospital located only about 20 miles from Kingman. Excellent medical care is abundant and easily accessible in Kingman, Arizona.

The cost of assisted living in Kingman, Arizona is about $37,000 annually, and for full time nursing home care the costs range from $68,000 to $82,000. The city is growing yearly and is expected to be a future major hub for both premiere senior living and for outstanding medical facilities. Seniors and others interested in exploring more assisted living opportunities in Kingman, Arizona can always rely on the helpful information provided by AssistedSeniorLiving.