How much does it cost to rent in Kingman, AZ?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Kingman, AZ is $1,392. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Kingman cheaper than other Arizona cities?

Kingman is among the more affordable cities in Arizona, ranking #48 out of 51 cities at $1,392/mo.

When was Kingman rent data last updated?

Kingman rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Kingman a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Kingman is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 1.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Kingman

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Pop. 34,375·48th most expensive in Arizona·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,392/mo

Year-over-Year

-1.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

-$573

Falling (Monthly)

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Kingman · $1,392

More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

59/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Kingman's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,392/mo

Expected by trend

$1,455/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Kingman's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,020

1 BR

$1,020

2 BR

$1,315

3 BR

$1,825

4 BR+

$2,025

Research median

$1,315/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,704/yr

At $1,392/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 1.7% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-1.7% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Kingman, AZ is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 20% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

34,375

Median income

$61,792

Median age

Renters

31.6%

Age distribution

22%

18.1%

20.6%

13.8%

25.4%

Under 1822%

18–3418.1%

35–5420.6%

55–6413.8%

65+25.4%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

78.9%

16%

White78.9%

Black2%

Hispanic16%

Asian1.7%

Other1.4%

Education (25+)

28.6%

40.9%

20%

No HS diploma10.5%

HS diploma28.6%

Some college40.9%

Bachelor's+20%

Housing tenure

68.4%

31.6%

Owner68.4%

Renter31.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Kingman, AZ has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,258 → $1,392

up 10.7%

Income

$52,768 → $61,792

up 17.1%

Population

32,204 → 34,375

up 6.7%

Renter share

34.9% → 31.6%

-3.3 pts

Bachelor's+

21% → 20%

-1.0 pts

Median age

41 → 43

+2.0 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Kingman, AZ paid around $1,258 a month. That figure now sits near $1,392, up 10.7% from the 2023 baseline. Median household income climbed from $52,768 to $61,792 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.1% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Kingman, AZ adding about 2,171 residents over the five-year window, up 6.7% on net. The renter share has eased from 34.9% to 31.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Taken together, the five-year picture in Kingman, AZ reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Kingman on your salary?

At $1,392/mo, how Kingman rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 18.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 25.7% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 22.3% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 12.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 9.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 27.4% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 30.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Kingman rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Kingman. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Kingman

About renting in Kingman, AZ

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Kingman is $1,392/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,020/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,315/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,020/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,825/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($61,792/yr), Kingman ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 1.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Kingman an affordable city for renters?

Kingman is considered affordable for renters. At $1,392/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($61,792/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Kingman falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Kingman?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,392/mo in Kingman. The local median household income is $61,792/yr, meaning the typical Kingman household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Kingman?

Rent in Kingman has decreased 1.7% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Kingman neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Kingman are 86401 ($1,345/mo), and 86409 ($1,463/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Kingman is $1,392/mo.

How does Kingman rent compare to other cities in Arizona?

Kingman is one of the more affordable cities in Arizona for rent, ranking #48 out of 51 tracked cities at $1,392/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Kingman?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Kingman ($1,392/mo): Laughlin ($1,033/mo), Bullhead City ($1,374/mo).

What percentage of Kingman residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.6% of Kingman households are renters, while 68.4% are owner-occupied. Kingman leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Kingman rent compare to the national average?

Kingman's median rent of $1,392/mo is $573 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arizona, it ranks #48 out of 51 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,392/mo, rent takes ~27% of Kingman's median household income ($61,792/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Kingman 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2.5%

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