Kingman, Arizona
Kingman is the Mohave County seat, sitting at roughly 3,400 feet between the Cerbat and Hualapai mountains. That elevation means milder summers than the river, real seasons, and the occasional dusting of snow in winter.
Life in Kingman
Kingman calls itself the Heart of Historic Route 66, and the downtown still shows it. Hualapai Mountain Park, about 12 miles away, offers pine trees, hiking, and camping. The city sits where Interstate 40 meets U.S. 93, a little over 100 miles from Las Vegas.
As the county seat and a regional hub, Kingman has steady local employment in government, healthcare, and industry, which supports a strong year-round community.
Homes You’ll Find Here
- Established in-town neighborhoods. Older homes close to downtown and services.
- Newer subdivisions. Modern construction on the edges of town.
- Acreage in Golden Valley and the outskirts. Larger parcels, often with a well and septic, for people who want space.
- Mountain properties. Cabins and homes in the Hualapai Mountains for a cooler getaway.
Good to Know Before You Buy
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- Heating matters too. Winter nights get cold here, so check the heating system as closely as the AC.
- City or county? Golden Valley and many outlying areas are unincorporated, which means Mohave County rules, private wells, and septic systems.
- Well and septic inspections. Get both inspected on rural property. Arizona requires a septic inspection before a home changes hands.
- Commute. Kingman is about 35 miles from Bullhead City, so factor the drive in if you’ll work on the river.
Septic: Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. General information only; confirm details during your inspection period.
Investing & Short-Term Rentals
Kingman’s year-round workforce makes it a steady long-term rental market. Lenders on a DSCR loan will look at long-term rent, so run your numbers on that basis with the Rental Property Calculator.
Thinking about a short-term rental? Every short-term rental in Arizona needs a state transaction privilege tax (TPT) license, and local and HOA rules apply. Start with Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Properties.
Search homes for sale across the area. For a big-picture read on prices and inventory, see the Market Report. Buying? Start with the Buyer’s Guide. Selling? See the Seller’s Guide, or get a quick estimate with What’s My Home Worth?
This area guide is general information, not legal, tax, lending, or financial advice. Local rules, fees, and conditions change over time; confirm details with the appropriate agencies and professionals before making a decision.