Geography
The landscape is dominated by the Santa Catalina Mountains to the north, the Rincon Mountains to the east, and their foothills.
Cultural Attractions
640 acres in the foothills of the Rincom Mountains form the Tanque Verde Ranch; it offers such activities as horseback riding, tennis, nature walks, and mountain biking.
Recreation
The Tanque Verde Ridge Trail provides magnificent views of the Tonto Basin and weaves through a variety of plant and wildlife habitats.
Historical
Tanque Verde means "green tank," a reference to algae in the large stock water tank used by the city in the late 1800s.
Economy
Tanque Verde has the highest median household income in all of southern Arizona.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 17,878
- Population under 55:
- 70.0%
- Population over 55:
- 30.0%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- High
- Closest large city:
- Tucson
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 102°F July High, 33°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $73,594
- Median home price:
- $320,050
- Average property tax:
- $1,326
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 8.3%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Average
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 1
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 14/1
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 15/1
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 22
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