Wagon Wheel, Arizona facts for kids
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Wagon Wheel, Arizona
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Location of Wagon Wheel in Navajo County, Arizona.
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 Wagon Wheel, Arizona
Location in Arizona
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Navajo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.53 sq mi (6.56 km2) |
| • Land | 2.53 sq mi (6.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 6,641 ft (2,024 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,856 |
| • Density | 732.44/sq mi (282.85/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST (no DST)) |
| FIPS code | 04-80380 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2582893 |
Wagon Wheel is a small community located in Navajo County, in the state of Arizona, United States. It is known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it is an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting statistics. It is not an officially incorporated town or city.
Wagon Wheel is situated between two other communities: Show Low and Pinetop-Lakeside. Its location in Arizona places it in a region with interesting natural features. The area is part of the Mountain Standard Time Zone. This zone does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
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Discover Wagon Wheel's Location
Wagon Wheel is found in the eastern part of Arizona. It is specifically within Navajo County. This county is one of the largest in Arizona. The community sits at an elevation of about 6,641 feet (2,024 meters) above sea level. This high elevation often means cooler temperatures than other parts of Arizona.
The exact coordinates for Wagon Wheel are 34 degrees, 11 minutes, 51 seconds North latitude and 110 degrees, 1 minute, 38 seconds West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its spot on a map. Being between Show Low and Pinetop-Lakeside makes it easy to access other services and attractions.
People Living in Wagon Wheel
The population of Wagon Wheel has been counted several times by the United States Census Bureau. This is part of the U.S. Decennial Census, which happens every ten years. These counts help us understand how many people live in an area.
Population Changes Over Time
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| 2010 | 1,652 | — | |
| 2020 | 1,856 | 12.3% | |
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In 2010, the census recorded 1,652 people living in Wagon Wheel. By the 2020 census, the population had grown to 1,856 people. This shows a small increase in the number of residents over a decade.
Households and Families
As of the 2010 census, there were 680 households in Wagon Wheel. A household means all the people living together in one home. Out of these, 434 were identified as families. This gives us an idea of the community's structure.
See also
- In Spanish: Wagon Wheel para niños
