Pinal County, Arizona
Pinal County is located in central Arizona between Phoenix and Tucson. Around 465,000 people live in the county, with Florence serving as the county seat.
The county has experienced rapid growth, with many people who commute to Phoenix choosing to move there. Affordable housing and open spaces are major attractions for new residents. Casa Grande is the largest city in the county.
The landscape is mainly desert, with some mountainous areas. Farming remains an important industry, particularly cotton production. Copper mining also has a long history in the region. The county is home to several state and national parks.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Pinal County |
| County Seat | Florence |
| Population | Approximately 465,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Casa Grande, Maricopa, Apache Junction, Florence, Coolidge, Eloy, San Tan Valley, Gold Canyon, Queen Creek (partly), Kearny, Superior, Oracle, Mammoth |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 8, Interstate 10, U.S. Route 60, State Route 79, State Route 87, State Route 287, State Route 347, State Route 77, State Route 89 |
| FIPS Code | 04-021 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 5,374 square miles (Land: 5,366 sq mi, Water: 8 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Maricopa County (West), Gila County (North), Graham County (East), Pima County (South) |
| Time Zone | Mountain Standard Time (MST), no daylight saving time |
| State | Arizona |
| Coordinates | 32.9834° N, 111.5271° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Pinal Mountains, which were named from the word “piñal,” meaning a forest of pine trees |
| Major Landmarks | Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, Picacho Peak State Park, San Tan Mountain Regional Park, Boyce Thompson Arboretum, Superstition Mountains, Oracle State Park, Arizona Renaissance Festival |
PHYSICAL MAP
Pinal County Topographic Map
This topographic map of Pinal County reveals the transition between desert and mountains. The contour lines trace the Superstition Mountains and other ranges rising from the central Arizona desert.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Pinal County Satellite Map
This satellite view of Pinal County shows its position between metropolitan Phoenix and rural southern Arizona. You can see organized agricultural fields contrasting with undeveloped desert and mountain terrain.
OUTLINE MAP
Pinal County Blank Map
The blank map of Pinal County shows its irregular shape in central Arizona. The county is positioned between Phoenix and Tucson and does not touch any state borders.
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