Climate
Higher elevation means cooler summers than most of Arizona and snow in the winter.
Geography
The world’s largest forest of ponderosa pines overlooks the city.
Cultural Attractions
Prescott has all of the typical cultural fare for a city of its size--museums, shopping centers, and art galleries. It also has a 110,000-volume library, and Yavapai College features a noncredit “retirement college” with more than 900 students older than 60.
Recreation
The city is home to six golf courses, and there are parks for camping, hiking, riding horses, and rock climbing.
Historical
The downtown’s Whiskey Row harkens back to the city’s founding in the 1860s.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 42,809
- Population under 55:
- 53.1%
- Population over 55:
- 46.9%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Average
- Closest large city:
- Phoenix
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 100°F July High, 28°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $38,931
- Median home price:
- $220,000
- Average property tax:
- $399
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 9.7%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 3
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 3
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 2/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 5/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 6/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 174
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