Information About Tucson

Tucson is located in the heart of Southern Arizona in an area known as the Sonoran Desert.  Tucson is about 100 miles south of the state capital of Phoenix, and about 60 miles north of the Mexican border.  The city sits at about 2,400 feet above sea level, and the metropolitan area covers nearly 600 square miles.  Approximately 1 million people call Tucson home.

Tucson is one of the sunniest cities in the United States with over 350 days of sunshine each year!  With an average yearly high temperature of 83 degrees Fahrenheit, Tucson has become a haven for those tired of long, cold winters.  The climate is warm and clear throughout most of the year.  Tucson’s altitude and low humidity make even the summer’s high daytime temperatures very tolerable.  Temperatures drop considerably after sunset making for beautiful evenings.  The city’s clear air quality ranks near the top in the nation.

For years people have flocked to Tucson for its fun, friendly atmosphere.  The city delivers the promise of world-class shopping, dining, spas, casinos, golfing, art galleries and museums.  Tucson’s majestic mountain ranges provide and abundance of nature trails and outdoor activities. There are over 50 public golf courses throughout the city.  Tucson has many exciting local attractions. Variety is truly the spice of life!

Tucson is home to The University Of Arizona, a Pac-10 school where over 38,000 students pursue higher education.  Davis-Monthan Air Force Base accounts for a healthy population of military and their families.  The nearby Mexican border provides a strong supply of U.S. Border Patrol agents who seek housing in Tucson.  The cities’ largest private employers, Raytheon Missile Systems, IBM and Texas Instruments provide an economic boost and strong work force.

A beautiful climate, affordable housing, a modest cost of living, strong sources of employment, educational opportunities and activities for the whole family make Tucson, Arizona an attractive and desirable place to call home!