Hondah, Arizona facts for kids
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Hondah, Arizona
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 Hondah, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Hondah, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Navajo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.20 sq mi (31.61 km2) |
| • Land | 12.17 sq mi (31.52 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) |
| Elevation | 7,166 ft (2,184 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 814 |
| • Density | 66.90/sq mi (25.83/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-33440 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2582798 |
Hondah is a small community located in Navajo County, Arizona, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. Hondah is special because it is located on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation, which is land belonging to the White Mountain Apache Tribe.
In 2020, about 814 people lived in Hondah. One of the most well-known places in Hondah is the Hon-Dah Resort Casino and Conference Center. This resort is owned and operated by the White Mountain Apache Tribe.
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Where is Hondah?
Hondah is located in the eastern part of Arizona. It's part of Navajo County. The community sits on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. This reservation is the homeland of the White Mountain Apache people.
Land and Water Area
The total area of Hondah is about 12.28 square miles (31.61 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.09 square kilometers), is water. This information comes from the United States Geological Survey, which studies the Earth's land and resources.
Who Lives in Hondah?
The people living in Hondah make up a diverse community. In 2010, there were 812 people. There were slightly more females than males. The community has many young people.
Age Groups
In 2010, a large part of the population was young. About 349 people were 19 years old or younger. The median age was 23.5 years. This means half the people were younger than 23.5 and half were older.
Ethnic Backgrounds
Most people in Hondah are American Indian. This makes sense because the community is on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. Some residents also identify as White, Black or African American, or Asian. A small number of people identify as being of Hispanic or Latino background.
Homes and Families
In 2010, there were 211 households in Hondah. Most of these were family households. An average household had about 3.85 people living in it. There were also some non-family households, where adults lived alone. The community had 286 housing units in total. Most of these homes were occupied.
Getting Around Hondah
There are a few ways to get around Hondah and nearby areas. The White Mountain Apache Tribe runs a local bus service. It's called the Fort Apache Connection Transit. This bus helps people travel within the area.
Bus Services to Nearby Towns
The nearby City of Show Low also offers a bus service. It's called the Four Seasons Connection. This bus connects the Hondah Casino to Show Low. It also goes to Pinetop-Lakeside. These services help people travel between communities.
