02 Dec Kingman Vs Lake Havasu City: Where should I Move?
So you’ve narrowed down your ideal place to settle down, retire or invest in vacation property to be somewhere in Northwestern Arizona. Kingman versus Lake Havasu City are your choices, which should you choose? The city famous for it’s boating, “beaches” and bridges in Lake Havasu, or the Route 66 historic home of mountain desert dwellers in Kingman? Lake Havasu City’s appeal is obvious with the lake being the number one draw, and Kingman has several perks of it’s own with a smaller friendly population and the nearby Hualapai Mountains to explore. But let’s get down to the nitty gritty. Here are some facts and figures comparing the two courtesy of bestplaces.net.
Housing Costs in Kingman Vs Lake Havasu City
If the dollar amount is your main concern, Kingman has Lake Havasu City beat by a long shot. Housing in Kingman is a whopping 44.2% cheaper than Lake Havasu City. With the median home price being $276,300 in Lake Havasu City and merely $154,300 in Kingman. If you’re considering renting, the average rental in LHC is almost $1400, while the average rental in Kingman is $937. The overall cost of living is also rated at 85 with 100 being the national average, and LHC being rated at 102.7
Job Market & Economy in Kingman Vs Lake Havasu City
Not ready to retire? The unemployment rate is a bit better in Lake Havasu City at 5.7%, whereas in Kingman it is 6.3%. However the future job growth indicator is hovering right around 42% for both cities, and the 5 year job growth in both cities is strong at right around 17%. If you’re looking for a more upscale lifestyle, Lake Havasu City might be the better option with the median household income being 7% higher than Kingman’s at $47,424.
Climate in Kingman Vs Lake Havasu City
If you’re looking at Lake Havasu City, you better be able to take the heat! The average high in July is over 10 degrees hotter in Lake Havasu vs Kingman (109° vs 97°), and the January lows are about 10 degrees different as well (42° for LHC and 32° for Kingman). Kingman’s a bit cooler but Havasu has the lake to cool down on! A tough choice there. Either is a great place for a winter retreat to beat the cold of more extreme climates.
Here are a few more quick comparisons:
- Air Quality Rating: LHC – 65.5, Kingman – 78.4
- Median Age: LHC – 53.1, Kingman – 41.7
- Population: LHC – 53,463, Kingman – 28,855
- Commute Time: LHC – 21, Kingman – 17
- Violent Crime: LHC – 11.1, Kingman – 20.9
- Property Crime: LHC – 32.6, Kingman – 71.7
Still unsure on where to choose? Contact Sandra Faubion for some local knowledge and to begin touring homes in Kingman or Lake Havasu City! 928-846-1959.
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