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Florence, Arizona

Introduction to Florence, Arizona

Florence, Arizona, in Pinal county, is 32 miles SE of Gilbert, Arizona and 36 miles SE of Mesa, Arizona. The town is in the Phoenix area. There are 17,054 residents in Florence.

Florence History

Florence was platted in 1866 by Colonel Levi Ruggles. It went on to be developed as the agricultural center of the county. The 1870s saw significant progress as silver was discovered in the nearby Silver King Mine. This attracted many people who sought work in the mines to the area. Florence was incorporated in 1900.

Florence and nearby Attractions

  • McFarland State Historic Park
  • Pinal County Historical Museum
  • Brunenkant Building
  • Pinal Pioneer Parkway
  • Tom Mix Monument
  • Gila River

Things To Do In Florence

Florence is located in a naturally scenic area, so sightseeing and spending time outdoors is a popular pastime in the area. There are over one hundred buildings in Florence which are listed on the National Register of Historic places. The downtown area has not changed much from what it was in the 1880s, and its historical importance makes it a popular tourist spot.

Florence Transportation

Flights are available from the Williams Gateway Airport.

Florence Higher Education

Courses for higher studies are available at Central Arizona College, Chandler/ Gilbert Community College and Mesa Community College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyFlorence Well-Paid Single Men
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyFlorence Low Property Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyFlorence Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Florence Short Commute Times
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 15%Florence Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 18%Florence People in Middle Class or Better
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Florence Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Florence, AZ

Comparing Florence 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
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Racial Diversity1010
Age of the Population46
Senior Citizens23
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty69
People in Middle Class or Better69
Median Family Income47
College Educated Adults11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times98
Walking and Biking to Work86
Working at Home43
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Housing Recently Built97
Affordability of Property Taxes96
Affordability of Rents87
People Living Alone58
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime1010
Low Violent Crime35
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