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Situated on the east bank of the Colorado River, Bullhead City is a popular destination for seniors looking to retire to a small, vibrant city with easy access to the amenities of larger metropolises, such as Las Vegas and Phoenix. More than 30% of the city’s 40,884 inhabitants are adults aged 65 and older.
Bullhead City enjoys a desert climate with warm summers and mild winters, providing plenty of opportunities for seniors to enjoy the outdoors and the region’s parks, golf courses and water sports. In addition to shops, restaurants and tourist attractions, the city also features a variety of community resources and organizations that support the needs of retirees, including Western Arizona Regional Medical Center and Bullhead City Senior Campus.
The average cost of assisted living in Bullhead City is $3,650 per month, which is less than both the national and statewide averages. This combined with a low cost of living makes Bullhead City an attractive retirement option for seniors.
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Assisted living in Bullhead City costs an average of $3,650 per month, which is less than the Arizona average of $3,900 and the U.S. median of $4,300. Costs are comparable with the neighboring states of Utah and Nevada where seniors pay $3,400 and $3,595, respectively. In New Mexico, the average is $4,050 and in California, it’s $5,000 per month.
Bullhead City’s assisted living costs are almost on par with rates in the state capital, Phoenix ($3,700). It’s also one of the cheapest places to retire in Arizona. In Tucson ($4,075) and Yuma ($4,025) seniors pay between $350 and $425 more than Bullhead City residents. Costs soar in Prescott Valley ($4,450) and Flagstaff ($4,875).
Note: Data for Bullhead City was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Lake Havasu, was used instead.
Arizona’s Medicaid system is called the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). Bullhead City seniors aged 65 and older who require long-term care can access assistance from the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS), a division of the AHCCCS. Services available to eligible residents include assistance with personal care and transportation.
Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page to find out more about financial assistance programs and who qualifies.
| Contact | Description | |
| Bullhead City Senior Campus | (928) 763-0193 | The Bullhead City Senior Campus brings the community’s seniors together through a full schedule of activities and events. Adults aged 50 and older can remain active by taking part in exercise classes, arts and crafts groups, socials and organized games. Support groups are held at the campus for those affected by bereavement, dementia and other senior-related issues. Seniors also have access to technology training and tutoring both on-site and via educational webinars. |
| Bullhead City Senior Transportation Service | (928) 704-2287 | The City of Bullhead City has partnered with River Valley Seniors to provide transportation services for seniors and disabled residents who are unable to use public transportation. Eligible seniors can request curbside pick up and drop-off within a 110 square-mile service area in Mohave County, helping them visit shops, banks, pharmacies and attend medical appointments. |
| State Health Insurance Provider (SHIP) Counselor | (928) 538-9339 | Bullhead City’s local SHIP counselor offers free advice to help senior residents choose and enroll in the health insurance plan that’s right for them. The SHIP counselor can answer questions regarding Medicare, Medigap, Social Security benefits, prescription drug coverage and programs that help seniors save money. Meetings are held at the Bullhead City Senior Campus. |
| Western Arizona Council of Governments (WACOG) Area Agency on Aging | (800) 782-1886 | The WACOG Area Agency on Aging provides assistance and support to Mohave County seniors aged 60 and older and adults with disabilities. It helps Bullhead City residents maintain their independence and dignity through a range of services, including benefits enrollment assistance and transportation options. The agency also connects seniors with programs and support services in the local community and acts as the long-term care ombudsman, advocating for the rights of seniors living in assisted living and other care communities. |
| Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services | (602) 535-1215 | The Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services provides support to seniors who have served their country in the armed forces. The department’s accredited benefits counselors can provide information and help vets access the benefits they’re entitled to, such as VA pensions and Aid and Attendance pension supplements, which can be put toward assisted living costs. |
Bullhead City’s assisted living communities are overseen by the Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing, a division of the Arizona Department of Health. All long-term care providers must follow the regulations established to ensure the needs of residents are met.
Find out more about senior living laws and regulations on our Arizona Assisted Living page.
