Greenlee County, Arizona
Greenlee County is a county found in the southeastern part of the U.S. state of Arizona. As of the 2020 census its population was 9,563,[1] making it the least populous county in Arizona. The county seat is Clifton.
Greenlee County, Arizona | |
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Location in the state of Arizona | |
Arizona's location in the U.S. | |
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Founded | March 10, 1909 |
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Seat | Clifton |
Largest town | Clifton |
Area - Total - Land - Water |
1,848 sq mi (4,786 km²) 1,843 sq mi (4,773 km²) 5.3 sq mi (14 km²), 0.3 |
Population - Density |
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Time zone | Mountain: UTC-7 |
Website: www.co.greenlee.az.us | |
Named for: Mason Greenlee |
History
The county was founded in 1909. The land was taken from nearby Graham County. It was named for Mason Greenlee. He was an early settler in the area. It was Arizona's 14th conty.
Greenlee County, Arizona Media
Map of incorporated and unincorporated areas in Greenlee County
Other websites
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References
- ↑ "QuickFacts: Greenlee County, Arizona". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 8, 2023.