Huachuca City, known as the Sunset City, resides 64 miles southeast of Tucson alongside state Highway 90. The community originated as a stop on the now abandoned Southern Pacific Railroad between Tombstone and Patagonia. Huachuca City is located in the southeast corner of Arizona in Cochise County and is noted for its historical, recreational and scenic features. The rugged mountains and broad grassy valleys were once dominated by the Apaches, whose chief gave his name to the county. The struggle between the Chiricahua Apaches and the U.S. Cavalry is reflected in numerous sites throughout the county. The Chiricahua Mountains and Coronado National Forest are popular with nature lovers and hunters.

Principal Economic Activities

Huachuca City’s economy is closely tied to the U.S. Army's Fort Huachuca. The fort serves as headquarters for the Information Systems Command, the Intelligence Center and School, the Electronic Proving Ground and the Communications Electronic Installation Agency. At 20 miles from Mexico’s border, the city has potential for the twin plant industrial concept. The 40-acre Huachuca Commercial Center, which will create improved commercial and industrial sites, is currently under construction. Undeveloped land with city utilities available is abundant.

Scenic Attractions

Within an hour drive of Huachuca City, visitors can see the historic Cochise Stronghold where Cochise sought refuge from the U.S. Cavalry and is buried. Fort Huachuca, established in 1877 as a cavalry post to safeguard settlers, now has an excellent museum. Kartchner Caverns State Park is only 15 miles north of Huachuca City. The caves are voluminous and arrayed in gorgeous colors. Other attractions include the state historical museum, old Cochise County Court House and Amerind Foundation Museum with displays of Native American culture and artifacts. Agua Prieta, Nogales and Naco, Mexico offer shops, restaurants and night clubs.

Community Facilities

Huachuca City offers a range of community facilities including a community center that has a meeting room and kitchen, a library, a swimming pool and a senior center. The city offers four parks with a Little League field, practice fields, tennis and basketball courts and a soccer field. To the south of Huachuca City, Huachuca Recreation Area offers outdoor activities including water sports at Park Canyon Lake. Patagonia Lake is a favorite recreational site for residents and visitors.

Basic Information

Founded 1954 Incorporated 1958
Elevation 4,275 ft. Location Cochise County
     
Distance to major cities:
Phoenix 190 miles San Diego 475 miles
Tucson 64 miles Los Angeles 553 miles
Las Vegas 474 miles  

Population

2000 2010 2023 (est.)
Huachuca City 1,751 1,850 1,626
Cochise County 117,755 131,436 126,463
State of Arizona 5,130,632 6,401,569 7,285,370

Office of Economic Opportunity

Arizona Dept. of Revenue & Arizona Tax Research Foundation

SALES TAX / TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE TAX

Huachuca City 1.50%
Cochise County 0.50%
State 5.60%

Arizona Dept. of Revenue & Arizona Tax Research Foundation

Labor Force

2000 2010 2022
Civilian Labor Force 783 987 860
Unemployed 52 150 68
Unemployment Rate 6.6% 15.2% 7.9%

Office of Economic Opportunity

Workforce Education Attainment

Count Share
Less than high school 121 9.0%
High school or equivalent, no college 400 29.6%
Some college or Associate degree 673 49.9%
Bachelor’s degree or advanced degree 156 11.6%

American Community Survey

Industry (ranked by employment)

  Count Share
Retail trade 190 25.3%
Education, health care & social assistance 133 17.7%
Public administration 86 11.5%
Arts, entertainment, food & recreation services 80 10.7%
Professional, scientific, & administrative services 79 10.5%
Construction 60 8.0%
Transportation, warehousing, & utilities 37 4.9%
Manufacturing 29 3.9%
Other services, except public administration 22 2.9%
Finance, insurance & real estate 15 2.0%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting, & mining 8 1.1%
Information 7 0.9%
Wholesale trade 4 0.5%

American Community Survey

This profile was prepared by the Arizona Commerce Authority in cooperation with local sources. For further information, please contact:

Town of Huachuca City
Suzanne Harvey
500 N. Gonzales Blvd
Huachuca City, AZ 85616
Phone: 520-456-1354
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.huachucacityaz.gov
Cochise County Economic Development
Sharon Gilman
1415 Melody Lane, Building G
Bisbee, AZ 85603
Phone: 520-432-9332
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.choosecochise.com
Town of Huachuca City
500 N Gonzales Blvd.
Huachuca City, AZ 85616
Phone: 520-456-1354
Website: www.huachucacity.org
Arizona Commerce Authority
Statewide Economic Development Group
100 N. 7th Ave., Suite 400
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602-845-1200
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.azcommerce.com



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