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Apache Junction, Arizona

Introduction to Apache Junction, Arizona

Apache Junction, Arizona, in Pinal county, is 14 miles E of Gilbert, Arizona and 15 miles E of Mesa, Arizona. The city is in the Phoenix - Mesa area. There are 31,814 residents in Apache Junction.

Apache Junction History

Apache Junction began as an old west mining camp. It has a colorful history involving Native American cultures, Spanish conquistadors and superstitions regarding the "Lost Dutchman's Gold Mine." The city was named after the junction of the Apache Trail. It was incorporated in 1978.

Apache Junction and nearby Attractions

  • Lost Dutchman State Park
  • Lost Dutchman Museum
  • Equestrian Park
  • Usery Mountain Recreation Area
  • Apache Creek Golf Course
  • Sunland Springs Village

Things To Do In Apache Junction

The Apache Trail extends from the junction to Canyon Lake, with an old stagecoach stop at Tortilla Flats. The Superstition Wilderness has many hiking trails and opens up a world of history and tales of lost treasures for visitors. Apache Junction also has about 51 RV parks.

Apache Junction Transportation

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the nearest major airport.

Apache Junction Higher Education

Chandler/ Gilbert Community College, Scottsdale Community College and Mesa Community College provide higher education facilities.

High Points

Apache Junction strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Arizona):

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Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Apache Junction Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Apache Junction, AZ

Comparing Apache Junction to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Arizona (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population108
Male Share of the Population74
Female Share of the Population47
Children Under 5 Years Old43
Well-Paid Single Men37
Well-Paid Single Women27
Racial Diversity22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty57
People in Middle Class or Better47
Median Family Income25
College Educated Adults13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work85
Working at Home53
Short Commute Times11
Public Transportation Use15

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built109
Affordability of Property Taxes94
Affordability of Rents85
People Living Alone68
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals24

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime56
Low Property Crime35

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