Buena Vista, Arizona facts for kids
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Buena Vista, Arizona
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 Buena Vista, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Buena Vista, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Graham |
| Elevation | 3,041 ft (927 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (MST) |
| ZIP codes |
85546
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| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-08150 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2129 |
Buena Vista is a small place located in Graham County, Arizona, in the United States. It's known as a "populated place," which means it's an area where people live, but it might not have a formal town government like a city.
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Where is Buena Vista?
Buena Vista is found in the southeastern part of Arizona. It is part of Graham County. This area is known for its beautiful desert landscapes.
Geographic Location
The coordinates for Buena Vista are 32 degrees, 50 minutes, 37 seconds North latitude and 109 degrees, 33 minutes, 43 seconds West longitude. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map. It sits at an elevation of about 3,041 feet above sea level.
Time Zone and Codes
Buena Vista is in the Mountain Standard Time (MST). This means it's 7 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The postal code for the area is 85546. Its area code for phone calls is 928.
What is a Populated Place?
A "populated place" is a term used by geographers. It describes any place where people live. This can be a city, town, village, or even a small group of homes. It doesn't always mean it's a legally organized city.
How Places Are Identified
The U.S. government uses special codes to identify places. Buena Vista has a FIPS code of 0408150. It also has a GNIS feature ID of 2129. These codes help keep track of every named place in the country.
