Prescott, Arizona | City Guide for Travel Healthcare Pros

Nestled in the Bradshaw Mountains of north-central Arizona, Prescott offers a distinctive mix of historic charm, a cooler mountain climate, and access to both outdoor recreation and regional medical facilities. For travel nurses looking for something beyond the desert heat or big-city hustle, this could be a strong choice.

💰 Cost of Living

Here’s how things stack up in Prescott:

• Overall cost of living is ~21% higher than the U.S. average.

• Housing costs are significantly elevated: rents are ~64% above the national average, and house prices ~67% above.

• For example: Common rent range for apartments ~$1,352-$1,724/month depending on size.

• Utilities cost slightly less than average.

Summary for travel nurses:

Because housing is more expensive than many smaller markets, your housing stipend and budget will need to reflect that. But you’ll benefit from a pleasant environment, cooler temps, and less “big-city” stress if that’s your style.

🌤️ Weather by Month

Prescott sits at higher elevation (~5,000 ft) so summers are warm but not blistering compared to low-desert AZ and winters bring cool nights.

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Description
January	~54 °F	~24-26 °F	Cold nights, mild days.
February	~56 °F	~29 °F	Still winter-cool, some snow possible.
March	~63 °F	~33 °F	Spring begins, nicer days.
April	~69 °F	~39 °F	Pleasant, very comfortable for outdoor time.
May	~78 °F	~47 °F	Warmer, dry.
June	~88 °F	~56 °F	Warm summer begins.
July	~90 °F	~61–63 °F	Hottest month, monsoon storms possible.
August	~88 °F	~60–61 °F	Warm with afternoon storms likely.
September	~83 °F	~54 °F	Cooling, great outdoors.
October	~73 °F	~42 °F	Crisp, fall colors.
November	~62 °F	~32 °F	Chilly nights, mild days.
December	~52 °F	~25 °F	Winter returns, some snowfall.

🛏️ Furnished Housing Options

Here are links and notes tailored for travel nurses:

• Monthly furnished rentals in Prescott via Travel Nurse Housing: Listings show up in Prescott for furnished monthly stays. Travel Nurse Housing – Prescott Travel Nurse Housing

• Monthly furnished rentals via Furnished Finder for nearby Prescott Valley: dozens of listings (~$1,000-$2,600/month depending on size/amenities) . Furnished Finder – Prescott Valley Furnished Finder

Tip: Because housing costs are higher in Prescott, look at options slightly outside downtown or in Prescott Valley to find better value. Proximity to your assignment hospital matters, so factor commute/traffic in.

🚐 RV Parks & Campgrounds

Great for travel nurses bringing an RV or preferring that lifestyle:

• Whistlestop RV Resort – Near Prescott, full hookups, long-term stay friendly. Whistlestop RV Resort Whistle Stop RV Resort

• Point of Rocks RV Campground – Scenic site near Granite Dells, RV friendly. Point of Rocks RV Campground Point of Rocks Campground

• Fairgrounds RV Park – Another solid option for full-hookups and longer stays. Fairgrounds RV Park fairgroundsrvpark.com

Tip: Confirm monthly rates, hookups, WiFi, and distance to your assignment hospital before choosing. RV parks here might still be more affordable than furnished apartment housing.

🎉 Things to Do in Prescott, AZ

• Hike Watson Lake in the Granite Dells – beautiful rock, water, outdoors.

• Visit historic downtown Prescott with its courthouse plaza, shops, and the famous Whiskey Row.

• Explore nature trails, lakes, and the surrounding forested mountains for cool summer escapes.

• Enjoy the arts and western heritage: for example the Sharlot Hall Museum focuses on local history. Wikipedia

🧳 Nearby Weekend Trips

• Sedona (~1.5 hours) – iconic red rocks, outdoor adventures.

• Jerome (~1 hour) – historic mining town turned artist haven.

• Flagstaff (~2 hours) – mountain town, cooler elevation.

• The surrounding region of the Prescott National Forest offers many day-trip escape options.

⏳ Summary

Prescott offers travel nurses a strong blend of professional opportunity, lifestyle appeal, and a mountain-town atmosphere outside typical big-city congestion.

✅ Pros: cooler climate, outdoors access, historic & walkable downtown, good travel nurse housing infrastructure

⚠️ Considerations: higher housing cost vs many smaller markets, housing demand is strong (book early), check commute to hospital/assignment site

Disclosure: The information provided in this guide is what I use to send my travelers and is obtained through ChatGPT, utilizing prompts I frequently use as a travel nurse recruiter. The content is designed to help travelers make informed decisions about potential destinations.