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There are 15 Counties in Arizona
Arizona is truly a land of diversity. There are a total of 15 counties in Arizona. From the natural majesty of the Grand Canyon to the quiet beauty of the Sonoran Desert, Arizona offers something for everyone. Rugged canyons, parks, rivers, lakes, wilderness, desert lowlands and high deserts all help make Arizona a great place to live and explore.. Maricopa County is located in the central part of the Arizona. As of July 2006 its population was 3,768,123, which ranks fourth among the nation's counties and is greater than the population of 23 states. In 2007 four of Maricopa County's municipalities were ranked in the top ten fastest-growing cities in the nation. There are also several Indian reservations located in the county. The largest of these are the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community (East of Scottsdale) and the Gila River Indian Community (South of Phoenix). The Phoenix metro area of Maricopa County is made up of multiple cities and towns and is the primary area for Arizona relocation. The real estate continues to be moderately priced for a large metro area. The job market and economy are strong providing a desirable place to work and live. This beautiful Sonoran Desert metro area is perfect for raising a family, retirement or seasonal residence. We are Realtors servicing Maricopa County. We have lived in the Phoenix metro area referred to as the Valley of the Sun for 26 years. We would be happy to assist you with your Arizona relocation.
Arizona Counties | 1 | Cononino | The rugged natural beauty of the area offers impressive views with old-growth trees such as juniper, pinion, aspen and oak, and renowned natural landmarks such as the Grand Canyon National Park, Sunset Crater National Monument and Lake Powell. Its geography spans over eighteen thousand square miles, making it the largest county in Arizona, and the second-largest in America. | | 2 | Apache | Apache County's area is 7,151,360 acres. The Northern half of Apache County lies within the boundaries of the 14,450,369 acre Navajo Reservation. | | 3 | Navajo | The county is divided into two distinct parts by the Mogollon Rim. The high country in the northern part of the county is arid and desert-like with mesas and plateaus. The southern part is rugged mountain area, heavily wooded with pinon juniper and ponderosa pine. Fifty-five percent of Navajo County's 9,955 square miles is Indian Reservation. | | 4 | Mohave | the county has a total area of 13,470 square miles. The Colorado River forms the county's western boundary, and California, Nevada and Utah all border it. | | 5 | Yavapai | Encompassing over 8,125 square miles, Yavapai County is approximately the size of the state of Massachusetts. The land varies from desert to mountains, with grasslands, rock formations, streams and valleys in between. | | 6 | La Paz | La Paz County has a total area of 4,513 square miles. La Paz County offers residents and visitors a combination of water and desert recreational activities. In the Parker area, water recreation is king. The 17-mile Parker Strip offers some of the best water for skiing, boating, jet skiing, wave-running, and swimming, as well as excellent fishing in the western United States | | 7 | Gila | Gila County was formed from parts of Maricopa and Pinal counties on February 8, 1881. The elevation of Gila County varies from 2,123 feet at Roosevelt Dam to 7,153 feet at Mount Ord. Over half of the county is occupied by the San Carlos Indian Reservation, which in turn extends into Graham County for half its own area. The principal industries of Gila County have always been and continue to be mining and the raising of livestock." | | 8 | Maricopa | The county was named for Indian tribe Maricopa and is full of some of the state's most well-known and beloved cities including Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe. It is set in the beautiful Sonoran desert. Maricopa County has become one of the fastest growing regions in America, and one of the nation's top spots for relocation. | | 9 | Greenlee | The copper industry has been an important industry in Greenlee County and the State of Arizona for more than 130 years. | | 10 | Pinal | Pinal County has an area of 3,441,920 acres. Included in this county are the Gila River (forming part of its boundary) and part of the San Carlos Indian Reservation. Pinal County varies in its characteristics from the agricultural land around its county seat at Florence to the mountains where many rich mining discoveries have been made. | | 11 | Graham | Graham county has a total area of 4,641 square miles. | | 12 | Yuma | Yuma County is larger than the state of Connecticut. Much of Yuma County's 5,522 square miles is desert land accented by rugged mountains. Several river valley regions, however, contain an abundance of arable land which is irrigated with water from the Colorado River. | | 13 | Pima | Pima County covers 9,184 square miles. It ranges in elevation from 1,200 feet to the 9,185-foot peak of Mount Lemmon. | | 14 | Cochise | Cochise county has a total area of 6,219 square miles and is It is located in the high Chihuanhuan Desert of southeastern Arizona. Cochise County was set apart from Pima County and organized in 1881, and was named for the famous Apache chief, Cochise. | | 15 | Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz County is located the southernmost central part of Arizona, bordering Mexico and is one of the states smallest counties. Santa Cruz County is also one of Arizona's most diverse and interesting destinations, offering an eclectic blend of history, culture, art, recreation, shopping, cuisine and entertainment in a beautiful and relaxing setting. |
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