Topawa, Arizona facts for kids
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Topawa, Arizona
O'odham: Ḍo Bawui
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Location of Topawa in Pima County, Arizona.
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 Topawa, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Topawa, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arizona |
| County | Pima |
| Tribe |  Tohono O'odham Nation |
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| • Total | 5.15 sq mi (13.34 km2) |
| • Land | 5.15 sq mi (13.34 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,467 ft (752 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 233 |
| • Density | 45.25/sq mi (17.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| ZIP code |
85639
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| Area code(s) | 520 |
| GNIS feature ID | 12621 |
Topawa is a small community in Pima County, Arizona, United States. Its name comes from the O'odham language, where Ḍo Bawui means "Gathering Tepary Beans."
Topawa is a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed as one. It's also an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government.
As of the 2020 census, about 233 people lived in Topawa. The community is located on the Tohono O'odham Nation reservation. It is about 7.5 miles (12.1 km) south-southeast of a town called Sells. Topawa has its own post office with the ZIP code 85639.
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People in Topawa
In 2020, there were 233 people living in Topawa. These people lived in 101 homes, and 70 of those were families. On average, there were about 45 people living in each square mile.
The average income for a household in Topawa was $23,929. The average income for each person was $12,559.
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Places in Topawa
Topawa is home to a few important places.
Schools and Education
The Baboquivari Unified School District runs Baboquivari Middle & High School. This school is located just outside the main area of Topawa.
San Solano Missions
Within the community, you'll find the San Solano Missions. This is where Catholic priests live and work. They serve the people living on the reservation.
Himdag Ki: Cultural Center
Less than two miles from Topawa, the Tohono O'odham Nation has its Himdag Ki: Cultural Center and Museum. This center helps to preserve and share the history and culture of the Tohono O'odham people. It's a great place to learn about their traditions and way of life.
See also
You can also find information about Topawa for kids in Spanish: Topawa para niños
