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Tsaile, Arizona
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Location in Apache County and the state of Arizona
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 Tsaile, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Tsaile, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Arizona |
| County | Apache |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.10 sq mi (15.81 km2) |
| • Land | 6.05 sq mi (15.66 km2) |
| • Water | 0.06 sq mi (0.15 km2) |
| Elevation | 7,051 ft (2,149 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,408 |
| • Density | 232.88/sq mi (89.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| ZIP code |
86556
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| Area code | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-75660 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409352 |
Tsaile (Navajo: Tsééhílį́) is a small community in Apache County, Arizona, United States. It is located within the Navajo Nation. Tsaile is called a "census-designated place" (CDP) because it's a special area defined by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting population data. In 2020, about 1,408 people lived there.
Tsaile is well-known as the home of the main campus of Diné College. This college, formerly known as Navajo Community College, is a special type of school controlled by a Native American tribe. It has seven other campuses spread across the Navajo Nation.
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Where is Tsaile Located?
Tsaile is found in the eastern part of Arizona. It is about 29 miles (47 kilometers) east of a larger town called Chinle. The community is also very close to the beautiful Canyon de Chelly National Monument.
The total area of Tsaile is about 6.1 square miles (15.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small amount being water.
Who Lives in Tsaile?
The population of Tsaile has grown over the years.
- In 2000, there were 1,078 people.
- In 2010, the population was 1,205.
- By 2020, it had increased to 1,408 people.
Most people living in Tsaile are Native American. There are also smaller groups of people who identify as White, Black or African American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. Some residents also identify as Hispanic or Latino.
In 2000, many households in Tsaile had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about four people. The median age of people in Tsaile was 22 years old, which means it's a community with many young people.
Learning and Education in Tsaile
Education is important in Tsaile. The area is part of the Chinle Unified School District #24.
- Elementary School: Tsaile Elementary School is located right in Tsaile and serves students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
- High School: After elementary school, students from Tsaile usually travel about 25 miles (40 kilometers) to attend high school in Chinle. They go to Chinle High School.
As mentioned, Tsaile is also home to the main campus of Diné College. This college offers higher education opportunities and is a vital part of the community, serving students from across the Navajo Nation.
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