Cordes Lakes, Arizona facts for kids
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Cordes Lakes, Arizona
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Location in Yavapai County and the state of Arizona
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 Cordes Lakes, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Yavapai |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.83 sq mi (28.04 km2) |
| • Land | 10.83 sq mi (28.04 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,700 ft (1,128 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,684 |
| • Density | 247.92/sq mi (95.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| ZIP code |
86333
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| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-15765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0038369 |
Cordes Lakes is a small community in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the census bureau for statistical purposes. In 2020, about 2,684 people lived here.
Cordes Lakes is located near some interesting places. To its east and south, you'll find the Agua Fria National Monument, a protected area with ancient ruins and beautiful landscapes. To the north is Arcosanti, an experimental town focused on urban planning and ecology.
A key spot in Cordes Lakes is Cordes Junction. This is where two important roads meet: Arizona State Route 69 and I-17.
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Where is Cordes Lakes Located?
Cordes Lakes is in central Arizona. Its exact location is 34°18′44″N 112°6′24″W / 34.31222°N 112.10667°W.
What is the Land Like?
The area of Cordes Lakes covers about 10.9 square miles (28.04 square kilometers), and it's all land. It sits in the foothills of Prescott Valley. This means you'll see a landscape typical of a middle-latitude desert.
The terrain includes:
- Tall, long hills
- Flat-topped hills called mesas
- Many types of cacti
- Large rock formations
The back roads from Cordes Lakes lead directly to the Agua Fria National Monument. There is also a small, man-made lake in the area. However, it's quite shallow and often dries up, especially during hot summers or times of little rain.
Who Lives in Cordes Lakes?
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| 2020 | 2,684 | — | |
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In 2000, there were 2,058 people living in Cordes Lakes. By 2020, the population had grown to 2,684.
What is the Population Like?
The community has a mix of people of all ages. In 2000, about 21% of the population was under 18 years old. About 25% of the residents were 65 years old or older. The average age of people living in Cordes Lakes was 47 years.
Education in Cordes Lakes
Students living in Cordes Lakes attend schools within the Mayer Unified School District.
See also
In Spanish: Cordes Lakes (Arizona) para niños
