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Community Introduction

No matter what you call it, the city of Prescott, Arizona, is the place to be for visitors, residents, educational institutions, businesses and government! Its locality places it in the middle of the natural beauty of north central Arizona. Rock and mountain formations such as Thumb Butte, the Granite Dells and Granite Mountain are nearby, and the towering San Francisco Peaks of Flagstaff are easily seen from Prescott. Nearby lakes such as Watson, Willow, Lynx and Goldwater, coupled with many forested trails provide ample opportunities for the outdoor enthusiasts.

Prescott also offers the modern features that you would expect to find in a growing community, such as a variety of shopping and dining establishments, quality housing, award-winning education and outstanding medical facilities. Still, its western roots are deep, and one only needs to be here each July for rodeo time! Prescott Frontier Days has the distinction of being the World’s Oldest Rodeo, and its week long schedule includes rodeo performances, a parade, block dancing and more.

Prescott’s friendly people make visiting or living here a true experience, providing unsurpassed hospitality to all. With more than 43,000 already calling Prescott their home, it’s no wonder that this area is thriving.

Come and see for yourself why Prescott has been recognized over and over by national media as one of the premier places to visit, reside and establish a business.

COST OF LIVING

According to the Council for Community and Economic Research, Prescott’s cost of living was 107.4% versus a national average of 100.0%. The housing component of the composite index was 117.3%. (First quarter, 2008)

CLIMATE

Prescott’s location at a mile-high elevation provides it with a perfectly mild four-season climate. Due to the breezes coming off the mountain, summer temperatures remain moderate, with daytime highs averaging in the 80s and nighttime lows ranging in the 50s. Prescott’s winters are just as moderate with daytime temperatures generally in the 50s and with occasional snowfall. While the area’s springs may be a bit breezy at certain times, its autumns are beautiful.