Williamson, Arizona facts for kids
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Williamson, Arizona
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Location in Yavapai County and the state of Arizona
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 Williamson, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Yavapai |
| Area | |
| • Total | 58.15 sq mi (150.60 km2) |
| • Land | 58.15 sq mi (150.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5,053 ft (1,540 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,196 |
| • Density | 106.56/sq mi (41.14/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (MST) |
| FIPS code | 04-83388 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1875794 |
Williamson is a special kind of community in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government.
In 2000, about 3,776 people lived there. By 2020, the population grew to 6,196 people. The name "Williamson" might be a bit confusing. Many people in the area have always called it "Williamson Valley". This name comes from a main road that goes through the area, called Williamson Valley Road.
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Where is Williamson Located?
Williamson is found at coordinates 34.674552 degrees North and 112.530445 degrees West. It is located in the state of Arizona.
Size and Land Area
The total area of Williamson is about 57.6 square miles (150.6 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within its borders.
Trying to Become a Town
In 2009, there was an attempt to make Williamson an official town with its own government. However, this idea did not pass. The nearby town of Prescott voted against the proposal.
Williamson Valley vs. Mint Valley
Historically, people in the area and local government officials often referred to the entire region as "Williamson Valley." But according to some county plans, only the northern part of the area is truly "Williamson Valley." The southern part was known as "Mint Valley" a long time ago.
Who Lives in Williamson?
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| 2020 | 6,196 | — | |
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The population of Williamson has grown over the years.
- In 2000, there were 3,776 people living in Williamson.
- By 2020, the population had increased to 6,196 people.
Age of Residents
In 2000, the median age of people living in Williamson was 51 years old. This means half the people were younger than 51 and half were older.
- About 17.7% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 20.1% of the people were 65 years old or older.
See also
In Spanish: Williamson (Arizona) para niños
