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
Map
Map of Arizona highlighting Greenlee County
Location in the state of Arizona
Map of the USA highlighting Arizona
Arizona's location in the U.S.
Statistics
Founded March 10, 1909
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


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

Other websites

www.co.greenlee.az.us - County website (only available for US residents)

References

  1. "QuickFacts: Greenlee County, Arizona". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 8, 2023.