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Arizona, known for its desert landscapes and warm weather, is a popular state for relocation and retirement. One city in particular, Kingman, has caught the attention of many potential residents. Located in the northwest region of the state, Kingman offers a small-town feel with easy access to larger cities like Las Vegas. To gain a better understanding of what it's like to live in Kingman, let's take a look at some user reviews from BestPlaces.net.
According to "Samantha", a current resident of Kingman, "Living in Kingman has been a pleasant experience. The cost of living is affordable and the community is very welcoming." This sentiment is echoed by "Michael", who says, "Kingman has a small-town charm that I love. I've made many friends here and the sense of community is strong." These reviews highlight the friendly atmosphere and affordability of living in Kingman.
On the other hand, "Jennifer" shares her frustrations with the city, stating, "The job market in Kingman is very limited and the traffic can be a nightmare." She goes on to say, "There isn't much to do here, especially for younger people." These concerns may be important factors for those considering a move to Kingman, especially for those looking for job opportunities or a more active social scene.
Despite the criticisms, "David" has an overall positive experience living in Kingman. He says, "I enjoy the slower pace of life in Kingman. It's a great place to retire or raise a family." This review highlights the appeal of Kingman for retirees and families, as well as the relaxed atmosphere of the city.
Overall, the user reviews for Kingman on BestPlaces.net provide a well-rounded perspective on living in this particular place. The common themes of affordability, small-town charm, and a strong sense of community are evident, but there are also valid concerns about limited job opportunities and a lack of things to do. Ultimately, it's important for individuals to thoroughly research and consider their own priorities and preferences before making a decision to relocate to Kingman.
based on 52 ReviewsGet to know Kingman with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Kingman
small town, needs a little growth, but OK. - 3/16/2023
I've lived here for just over a year. Had I known then what I know now, I probably would not have moved here.
Here are my observations:
1. Cost of living here is crazy high! (unless you are comparing to California, or the NW)
2. I'm conservative. This is a great place for that! so anyone who comes here from "progressive" states thinking they will change this place and turn it into the mess they left, will not be welcome here.
3. The climate here is not all that great. But it is better than phoenix! the wind blows ALL the time! and winter time it is freezing cold!
4. Not much in the way of shopping. We go once a month into Vegas to do our major shopping.
5. Not much to do for entertainment. There is the lakes, and if you 4x4 then there is that, and certain times of the year you can hike before it gets too hot. Winter so far has been crazy! There is Laughlin about a 1 hour away.
6. Very little in the way of any good employment!
7. LOTs of
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Kingman - community, conservative - 7/5/2022
You have to know what you are signing up for when you move to a place like Kingman. I’ve lived all over the country and in many big cities. Prior to Kingman we lived in a small, rural, mountain town in California that didn’t resemble anything about California.
Kingman has a small town vibe but is growing. There is a lot of home construction and people moving in to escape some of the craziness of the last few years and looking for a place that respects our freedoms as citizens of this country. Many locals don’t like this because 1. They don’t want the town to grow to big, we don’t want it to become another “city”. 2. They don’t want people from other places coming in and trying to change everything to be like the place they escaped from. I tend to agree with both.
There’s just enough here to have all your essential needs covered. If you want Target, you’ll drive 45-60 minutes. Vegas is about 1.5 hours. Grand Canyon west is less than 1.5 hours. There is beauty and
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Love it - 5/30/2022
Moved here about 6 months ago from Temecula Ca. Overall…..love it! Low stress easy lifestyle. People are really nice here, very polite and kind. Not the prettiest people but…really nice. Bought a nice home in the Hualapai’s and the weather is perfect for me. Lots of nature. Town is older but it’s pretty clean no graffiti. Panhandling on the corners is common as the drug problem exists here like anywhere but it’s easier to see. I feel way safer here than In California. I always carried my gun in Ca here I don’t really worry about it. Much safer small town feel. Much cheaper to live here than Ca! $ goes further and far less stupid rules to live by. So far I’ve found pretty much everything we have needed for shopping. It’s quieter here and peaceful. Yeah lots of out of shape smokers but who cares that’s how they want to live none of my business. If you want to live in a nanny state this isint the place for you, if you want to live like it was in Ca in the 60’s than you will like it here.
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Stay away - 3/12/2021
If your from a liberal city I would not come here. A BUNCH of gun toting rednecks..Our schools are bad it takes up to a year to get a doctor once word gets out in our town your a Democrat we will charge you triple for services..and your kids will probably get bullied..Stay in California dont bring your BS ideas here,we dont want your type..leave our little redneck town
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Loving it here! - 3/4/2021
I am in my mid-twenties and moved to Kingman from CA about 4 years ago and haven't looked back. Yes, it is a small town but there is a lot of growth and we are near big cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, Lake Havasu, etc. The cost of living is great, taxes are cheap, and the people are very kind!
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Which is it? - 1/26/2021
*** disclaimer: I’ve NEVER been to Kingman ***I just can’t figure out the reviews - more than most places I’ve looked at and they seem to be either “Kingman is hell” or “Kingman is a nice town”. What the...? Why so
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Not percent. - 1/3/2021
I have no problems with living here. Though for older people there might be. There a extreme shortage of doctor and specialist here. Be for warned before moving here. There really not a lot for children here. Bowling alley is about it. and if you can afford the high end toys for your kids. For other's it take two parents to work. and still barely making it. Also they need more business up in Kingman. Target, Loews, Kohls. Know that JC penny is closing Plus the drugs up is very bad and the homeless population is bad. So be for warned. This place is not perfect. Though I call it
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Overall good city, but needs some upgrade!! - 9/20/2020
We recently moved here to retire, bought nice home up in hills away from town, and away from big city. Pro’s: Kingman has all town feel, people in neighborhood & town very friendly, close 1 1/2 hours Vegas or Lake Havasu for recreation/ camping, ie. Con’s: Low availability shopping, high traffic off Stockton road, and pan handlers, even when there are many PT jobs posted windows of stores & restaurants where they’re holding up signs - crazy. Overall, good place and appears to be growing daily.. Needs few more stores: Target, Texas Roadhouse, Olive Garden, Lowe’s, ie. City planner needs work on eliminating “too many big signage billboard style” in front of every business in town.. looks like crap from the street view.. Hey Mayor..
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Love Kingman - 6/7/2020
Move here in April 2020 and could not be happier.
I did see the Henderson post about how the area was degrading. Well, it sure was going down hill. Also the home owners association was an out of control dictatorship. I just wanted out. Taxes will double or triple over the next three years in Clark County due to the construction of the football stadium in Las Vegas. The brain dead politicians did not account for road construction and highway ramps to accommodate motorists going to events at the stadium. Highway construction is not cheap. I did renovations to train stations in the 1990s, 2000s but had a budget so it did not impact ridership fares. Also, Henderson just gave away prime land to allow the Raiders to have a training facility. The land in proximity to Rte 15 - St. Rose Pkwy could have been sold and become a cash cow in rateables. No, this place is great. My dog loves it and when I walk the dog, people will actually talk to you in Kingman. In Henderson, or Clark County
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Not a good place to live - 1/9/2020
I lived in Kingman since 1978 and Kingman has grown quite a bit but not in a good way. It’s a horrible place raise children, housing costs tripled but not the wages. I will start with why this town isn’t good for raising children, after all the years there is still no activities for children, unless your wealthy enough to buy toys such as horses, ATV’s otherwise the only other activities are playing softball in 100+ degrees, church activities. A family can’t even go to the lake without it costing to go, it was $ 5.00 a car load to go to Lake Mohave now it’s $20.00. We cannot even enjoyed the nature resource of the Haulapai mountains without a cost, who ever heard of charging a fee to get cool in the mountains. The wages in Kingman are a joke along with the costs of housing, how does a family afford a decent home when their wages at most is 50,000 a year with both spouses working. People will say Arizona & Kingman is cheaper to live, it’s wrong, it may not costs in property taxes, but
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