Tucson, AZ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 523,006 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Low |
Climate
Tucsonans enjoy 360 sunny days a year.
Geography
Tucson sits in a desert plain surrounded by five minor mountain ranges.
Cultural Attractions
Shutterbugs will enjoy visiting the Center for Creative Photography, which houses the world's largest collection of Ansel Adams works.
Recreation
Biking, hiking, horseback riding, and golf are popular pastimes in this sunny community.
Economy
Raytheon Missile Systems, the largest employer in Southern Arizona, is based in Tucson.
Historical
The city is one of the oldest continuously inhabited areas in America--archaeological finds date back to 800 B.C.
| Population [details] | 523,006 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 71.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 538.35 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 27.20% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 64.88 °F/34.01 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 98.42 °F/69.9 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 14.18 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 225 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99.7 |
| State sales tax | 5.60% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Phoenix (102.64 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | TUCSON INTERNATIONAL (7.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Concerts, Cultural and art events, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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