Phoenix Relocation Guide

Founded in 1898, Patagonia is a hamlet nestled in the foothills between the Santa Rita and the Patagonia Mountains. In its earlier years, Patagonia’s rich ore deposits attracted the mining industry, while its abun- dance of grasslands made it a paradise for cattle ranching. At an elevation of 4,044 feet and with some of Arizona’s highest summer monsoon activity providing abundant rain- fall, the area is home to some of the finest ranches in the Southwest. Located approximately 61 miles south of Tucson and 18 miles north of Nogales. Patagonia is a paradise for “bird watching” enthusiasts from around the world, with more than 200 species of rare and exotic birds passing through the area during their annual migration from Mexico. The historic Arizona Trail winds through Patagonia, connecting to hiking paths in the Santa Rita Mountains. Patagonia’s outdoor para- dise also offers great fishing, biking and four-wheel drive off-road trails for a day of adventuring. Sonoita & Elgin City of Sonoita and Elgin: www.sonoitaelginchamber.org www.sonoitaaz.com The settlements of Sonoita and Elgin were founded in 1882, when the 88 mile long rail line of the Santa Fe Railroad was built between Benson and Nogales. Located approximately 60 miles south of Tucson, the area is considered one of the most beautiful in Southern Arizona, surrounded by moun- tains, canyons and the dominating presence of Mount Wrightson, one of the highest peaks in Arizona. Sonoita has several wineries and a reputa- tion for producing award-winning wines. After four decades in the Sonoita Valley, these vineyards have become a growing industry. Students attend the Elgin Elemen- tary School and Patagonia Union High School. l

ESTIMATED POPULATION FOR INCORPORATIED CITIES

Benson

4,873

Bisbee

5,208

Douglas

15,978

Cochise County Population 126,770

Huachuca City

1,755

Sierra Vista

44,420

Tombstone

1,300

Willcox

3,522

Avondale

85,835

Buckeye

74,370

Carefree

3,876

Cave Creek

5,760

Chandler

257,165

El Mirage

35,670

Fountain Hills

24,987

Gila Bend

2,094

Gilbert

248,279

Glendale

250,702

Goodyear

82,835

Maricopa County Population 4,410,824

Guadalupe

6,177

Litchfield Park

6,310

Mesa

508,958

Paradise Valley

14,502

Peoria

172,259

Phoenix

1,660,272

Scottsdale

255,310

Surprise

138,161

Tempe

192,364

Tolleson

7,299

Youngtown

6,836

Maricopa City

50,024

Marana

47,007

Oro Valley

45,395

Pima County Population: 1,039,073

South Tucson

5,697

Tucson

545,975

Sahuarita

30,282

Apache Junction

41,739

Casa Grande

57,232

Pinal County Population 447,138

Coolidge

12,993

Eloy

19,391

Florence

26,419

Nogales

20,188

Santa Cruz County Population 46,511

Patagonia

881

Source: United States Census Bureau - Based on 2018 Estimates

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