Prescott Valley, AZ is a central city in the state of Arizona, located in Yavapai County. Prescott Valley is about 91 miles north of Phoenix and 86 miles southwest of Flagstaff. Prescott Valley was once known as Lonesome Valley and was settled by ranchers in the 1880s. It was once an unincorporated part of the town of Prescott, which is 8 miles west of Prescott Valley, and incorporated into its own municipality in 1978. Prescott Valley has now surpassed Prescott in population.
Population & Demographics
The 2019 population of Prescott Valley was 46,515. Prescott Valley is a diverse place to live, with a demographic breakdown of 74.1% White, 20.6% Hispanic and 2.2% multiracial. Married couples account for 52.5% of households in Prescott Valley, and 68.9% of homes in Prescott Valley house families. Wondering if Prescott Valley is a safe place to live? Total crime in Prescott Valley is 59% lower than the national average.
Prescott Valley, AZ Cost of Living
If you’re thinking about moving, you are probably wondering how far your money will go in Prescott Valley. Is Prescott Valley affordable? Of course, this will depend on your earning capacity and lifestyle, but overall, Prescott Valley is 3% less expensive than the national average! Housing in Prescott Valley is 8% higher than the national average. Transportation in Prescott Valley is 5% lower than the national average, and groceries are about 3% cheaper in Prescott Valley than the national average.
Homeownership in Prescott Valley is below the national average. In Prescott Valley, the homeownership rate is 67.8%; the national average is 64.1%. Estimated median sale price for a home in Prescott Valley is $449,000, which is a decrease of 23.2% since last year. Homes in Prescott Valley are selling in about 20 days on the market. Click to see what’s going on with the Prescott Valley real estate market.
In Prescott Valley, approximately 35.4% of people rent their homes. The average rent cost in Prescott Valley is $1169 a month, which is less expensive than the national average of $1302.
Prescott Valley, AZ Weather
Prescott Valley’s climate is considered to be a Mediterranean climate, which means it has mild, wet winters. However, because it’s affected by the North American Monsoon season, there is a significant summer wet season. On average, Prescott Valley sees about 16 inches a year of precipitation. The average temperature in January is 38.2 and the average temperature in July is 75.3.
Things to Do in Prescott Valley, AZ
There are plenty of recreational options for the residents of Prescott Valley. Here are some of Prescott Valley’s residents’ favorite places to go:
Fain Park
Sitting on 100 acres of land, Fain Park features a bridge over a fishing lake and historical artifact, including a stamp mill which has been refurbished. Nearly 80% of the park is still in its natural state! Fain Park is park of the Prescott Valley Parks department.
2200 N. 5th St., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry & Gallery
Creating bronze castings in Prescott Valley since 1991, Bronzesmith Fine Art Foundry and Gallery includes space for bronze castings, as well as a gallery and sculpture garden. Sculptors from across the country come to work and showcase here!
7331 E. 2nd St., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
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Prescott Valley Restaurants
There are many great restaurant options living in Prescott Valley. Here are a few of the best rated places Prescott Valley residents love to dine:
BackBurner Family Restaurant
A great breakfast and lunch place, BackBurner Family Restaurant is a Prescott Valley favorite eatery. Indoor and outdoor seating and ample portions keep customers coming back. Try their famous cinnamon rolls!
8400 E. Long Mesa Dr., Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Gabby’s Grill
With a cozy atmosphere and pine booths, Gabby’s Grill will make sure you won’t leave hungry after one of their breakfasts, lunches or dinners.
2982 N. Park Ave., Suite B, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
Prescott Valley, AZ Map
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Prescott Valley, AZ Statistics & Information
Prescott Valley is located in Yavapai County. Prescott Valley’s zip code is 86314. The elevation of Prescott Valley, AZ is 5026 feet. Prescott Valley is in the Mountain Standard Time Zone. The area of Prescott Valley is 31.7 square miles.
Jobs in Prescott Valley, AZ
The median household income in Prescott Valley is $51,909 per year. Great news – salaries in Prescott Valley increased by 7.31% from 2018 to 2019. The most popular jobs in Prescott Valley are office and administrative support, sales and food preparation and serving related occupations. The biggest industries that employ Prescott Valley residents are health care and social assistance, retail trade and educational services. About 12.9% of Prescott Valley residents live below the poverty line, which is just under the national average of 12.3%. The demographic most affected by poverty in Prescott Valley is women between the ages of 55 and 64.
The average commute time in Prescott Valley is about 19.3 minutes, which is about 6 minutes less than the national average. About 78% of Prescott Valley residents choose to drive alone to work rather than carpool, and nearly all Prescott Valley households own two cars. Will you be working in Prescott and living in Prescott Valley? Your commute will be a breeze! Click here to see what the 11.8 mile drive from Prescott Valley to Prescott will be like.
Looking for employment in the Prescott Valley area? Click here to check out what is currently listed in Prescott Valley on Indeed.com. Would you prefer to work for a municipality? If you would rather be employed by the City of Prescott Valley, they are hiring! Click here to see what positions are currently available.
Schools in Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley is served by the Humboldt Unified School District. The top-rated schools in Prescott Valley are Liberty Traditional School, Canyon View Prep Academy and Coyote Springs Elementary School. If parents prefer to send their children to private or parochial school, there are 14 in the Prescott Valley to choose from. Students will also have access to the Prescott Valley Public Library.
Living in Prescott Valley Pros & Cons
- Pro: Low Cost of Living
- Pro: Low Crime
- Pro: Good Schools
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