The City of Apache Junction lies on the picturesque border where metropolitan Phoenix meets the Arizona wilderness. This convenient location with easy access to nature continues to draw new residents and reoccurring winter visitors to this young city, incorporated in 1978. Today Apache Junction has a population of nearly 40,000 residents, reflecting an 11.8% increase between 2010 and 2016. In the winter, this population nearly doubles. While growth and consistent tourism are boons, they also rev...
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- University Arizona State University
- Program Project Cities
- Sustainable Development Goals 06 Clean Water and Sanitation
- Population Type Residents
- Focus Areas Sustainability
- Discipline Public Affairs, Waste Management
- University Department Public Affairs
- Status Completed
- Lead Local Gov / Community Partner Org Name Apache Junction