Welcome to Kingman, Arizona
Nestled along historic Route 66, Kingman is a charming city in northwestern Arizona known for its scenic desert beauty, Old West heritage, and friendly community. It’s one of many welcoming locations for foreign-educated nurses and allied health professionals starting or advancing their U.S. healthcare careers. Kingman is a regional hub for transportation, healthcare, and tourism, with easy access to Las Vegas, Phoenix, and the Grand Canyon. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby hiking, desert trails, and stunning mountain views.
Explore What Kingman Has To Offer as a New Hometown
✅ Expanding Healthcare Opportunities: Kingman Regional Medical Center is a major employer and growing provider in the area.
✅ Affordable Cost of Living: Low housing costs and no state tax on Social Security income.
✅ Small-Town Charm with Big Connections: Enjoy a quiet lifestyle with proximity to Las Vegas, Lake Havasu, and the Grand Canyon.
✅ Outdoor Lifestyle: Hike, camp, or simply enjoy the desert and mountain beauty year-round.
✅ Sunny, Dry Climate: Kingman boasts over 290 sunny days per year.
Attractions
Historic Route 66 Museum Step into the heart of America’s legendary highway at the Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman. Housed in the historic Powerhouse building, this immersive museum takes you on a journey through time with vivid murals, life-sized dioramas, and fascinating artifacts—from Native American trade routes to 1950s road trip nostalgia.
Hualapai Mountain Park Escape the desert heat and discover a hidden gem at Hualapai Mountain Park, just 15 miles outside Kingman, Arizona. Nestled among cool pine forests and rugged peaks, this scenic park offers hiking, wildlife watching, cozy cabins, and breathtaking views at over 6,000 feet elevation.
Kingman Farmers Market at Thunder-Rode Enjoy seasonal fresh produce, baked goods, arts & crafts, live music, and more at this 100% non-profit farmer’s market at Thunder-Rode, open every Saturday from Spring through the Fall.
Walmart Supercenter Your one-stop destination for everyday essentials and more. Open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, this spacious store offers a wide selection of groceries, electronics, home goods, clothing, and sporting equipment. Additional services include a full-service pharmacy, vision center, and garden center.
Desert Diamond Distillery This is a must-visit for spirit enthusiasts and travelers exploring Route 66. As Arizona’s oldest craft distillery, family-owned since 2008, it offers award-winning rums, vodkas, and whiskeys, including a 10- year-aged rum that ranked in the world’s top ten at the IWSC in London.
Mr. D’z Route 66 Diner Step back into the 1950s at Mr. D’z Route 66 Diner in Kingman, Arizona—a vibrant, retro eatery that’s a must-stop for Route 66 travelers. Enjoy homemade root beer served in frosty cold mugs and diner favorites like burgers, fries, patty melts, and more.
Faith
St. Mary Roman Catholic Church Daily mass with confession on Saturdays.
Masjid Kingman A Sunni mosque with five daily prayers and Jumu’ah prayers.
St. John’s United Methodist Church Traditional worship on Sundays and Christian Folk on Thursdays.
Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church Sunday services with Bible study on Wednesdays.
🌤️ Weather
July is the hottest month of the year, with an average high of 97°F (36.1°C) and a low of 73°F (22.7°C). January is the coldest month, with an average high of 55°F (12.7°C) and a low of 31°F (-0.5°C).
🚍 Transportation
Kingman Area Regional Transit (KART)
Amtrak – Kingman Station
Ride-Share (Uber, Lyft)
🔗 Visit the City of Kingman Website to Learn More!