10 Best Independent Living Communities in Prescott, AZ

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Prescott offers the conveniences and attractions of a large, modern city but with a smaller-town feel. Easy access to nearby larger cities such as Flagstaff as well as nature areas like Watson Lake create a diverse and fulfilling environment in which to retire.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Prescott are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Prescott retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in Prescott, AZ

The median monthly cost of independent living is about $2,200 within the Prescott metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in the state of Arizona is around $2,300.

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Cost of Living

The total household expenses associated with living in Prescott are rated 22 points below the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated below the average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Grocery	Clothing
78	88	76	71	79	71

Income and Housing

Median income age 45-64	Median income age 65+	Median household income	Average individual income	Median employee salary	Average property tax	One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate
$58,601 per year	$47,508 per year	$49,913 per year	$31,843 per year	$39,095 per year	$1,590 per year	$688 per month

Local Hospitals

The top hospitals that service Prescott include:

Yavapai Regional Medical Center West

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 200+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, arthroscopy

Verde Valley Medical Center

• Facility type: nonprofit, short-term acute care
• Bed count: 90+
• Specialties: emergency department, ICU, physical therapy

Weather and Climate

Prescott’s climate is classified as Mediterranean, experiencing warm, dry summers and cool winters with little snowfall. The average humidity level is 42%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 54%.

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
37°F	51°F	23°F

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
73°F	88°F	59°F

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 147

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average Annual Precipitation: 19″

Demographics and Values

Population Statistics

Median age	Percent of population over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
53	35.6%	43,862	949 per square mile	2.1

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.5%	1.4%	0.6%	9.5%	0.4%	2.3%	86.0%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Flagstaff: 20/30
• Overall inclusivity: 88/100

2016 Presidential Election

Democratic	Republican	Other
32.0%	63.4%	4.5%

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

Some of the most popular museums and historic sites in Prescott include:

• Arts Prescott Cooperative Gallery
• Sharlot Hall Museum
• Phippen Museum
• Downtown Historic Area

Outdoor attractions in Prescott:

• Memorial Park
• A.C. Williams Granite Creek Park
• Watson Lake
• Lynx Lake
• Heritage Park Zoo

Prescott’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are:

• Prescott Center for the Arts
• Prescott Elks Theater
• Prescott Fine Arts and Wine Festival
• Findlay Toyota Center
• Prescott Gateway Mall
• Bashford Courts
• Frontier Village Center

Transportation

Yavapai Regional Transit operates throughout Prescott and the surrounding tri-city area. This service also offers ADA-compliant transportation and senior discounts to eligible residents. In recent years, Prescott has been recognized as a bike-friendly city, earning a bronze status from the League of American Bicyclists. Taxis, as well as rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Prescott.