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Bullhead City, AZ

Bullhead City is a city located on the Colorado River in Mohave County, Arizona, United States, 97 miles (156 km) south of Las Vegas, Nevada, and directly across the Colorado River from Laughlin, Nevada, whose casinos and ancillary services supply much of the employment for Bullhead City. Bullhead City is located at the southern end of Lake Mohave.

As of the 2020 census, the population of Bullhead City was 41,348. The nearby communities of Laughlin, Needles, California, Fort Mohave, and Mohave Valley bring the Bullhead area's total population to over 77,000, making it the largest economic region in Mohave County.

The earliest inhabitants of the Colorado River Valley were the Mojave people. The rich soil and plentiful water provided the valley's natives with the necessities to create a prosperous farming community. According to Mojave legend, life began on Spirit Mountain, the highest peak visible from the Bullhead City area.

Bullhead City, AZ is in western Mohave County on the east side of the Colorado River, which forms the Arizona–Nevada state line. It is 34 miles (55 km) west of Kingman, the Mohave county seat, 22 miles (35 km) north of Needles, California, 97 miles (156 km) south of Las Vegas, Nevada, and 216 miles (348 km) northwest of Phoenix. According to the United States Census Bureau, Bullhead City has a total area of 60.2 square miles (156 km2), of which 59.4 sq mi (154 km2) is land and 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km2), or 1.30%, is water.

Bullhead City, AZ first appeared on the 1980 U.S. Census as the census-designated place (CDP) of Bullhead City-Riviera. It was incorporated in 1984 as Bullhead City and has appeared on every successive census.

Bullhead City, AZ, and the neighboring communities of Laughlin, Nevada, Fort Mohave, Mohave Valley, Arizona, and Needles, California, make up what is referred to as the "Tri-State Area". This is an economically interdependent group of communities, all geographically connected within a 10-mile (16 km) radius. The population of the tri-state area, including Bullhead City, is about 100,000. The catchment area of Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport, according to its statistics, includes 110,000 residents.

Bullhead, AZ has health and wellness facilities and services for residents. WARMC is a comprehensive medical center offering a wide range of healthcare services to the Bullhead City community and surrounding areas. North Country HealthCare is a community health center dedicated to providing accessible and affordable healthcare to all residents. Sunridge Medical Group specializes in integrative and holistic medicine, combining conventional and alternative therapies to address a wide range of health concerns. Bullhead Urgent Care provides convenient and efficient medical care for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Anytime Fitness offers a supportive and welcoming environment for individuals looking to improve their fitness and overall well-being. River Valley Family Center offers a range of holistic wellness services, including chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture, and nutritional counseling. Elevation Fitness is a fitness center that combines exercise with wellness programs to promote holistic health.

Top sites in Bullhead City, AZ are Colorado River Museum, Don Laughlin’s Classic Car Museum, and Scooter's Family Fun Center.

Population: 43,302 (2023). ZIP Code: 86442. Area code: 928. Elevation: 540 ft (165 m). Area: 60.15 mi².

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What is the history of Bullhead City, AZ?

In March 1864, the current site of Bullhead City was the location of a settlement called "Hardyville". It was named for early resident and politician William Harrison Hardy. Decades later, Hardyville would be resurrected as Bullhead City with the construction of Davis Dam between 1942 and 1953. The dam was originally called Bullhead Dam after "Bull's Head Rock", a well-known rock formation along the Colorado River. The community that arose during the construction of Bullhead Dam was nicknamed Bullhead. Bullhead City became the headquarters for the construction project, which was completed in 1953. Thus the name Bullhead City was born.

What is Bullhead City, AZ known for?

the City of Bullhead City is a family-oriented, vibrant community for its residents and businesses seeking careful growth, environmental awareness, an affordable place to live, and a high quality of life. Bullhead City has also been referred to as Arizona‘s West Coast because the City is located on the east bank of the Colorado River near the juncture of Arizona, California, and Nevada. Bullhead City serves as the economic hub and retail shopping center for Western Mohave County and Southeastern Clark County, Nevada. It's easily accessible by major highways and a short drive from Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.

Is Bullhead City, AZ expensive to live in?

The cost of living in Bullhead City, AZ is 13% lower than the state average and 8% lower than the national average. Bullhead City, AZ housing is 3% cheaper than the U.S. average, while utilities are about 13% less pricey. When it comes to necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 18% less in Bullhead City, AZ than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs around 18% less  Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 8% less here compared to the U.S. average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 18% cheaper in Bullhead City, AZ.

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Bullhead City AZ

Wikipedia

Rent Cafe

Colorado River Museum

Don Laughlin’s Classic Car Museum

Scooter's Family Fun Center

WARMC 

North Country HealthCare

Sunridge Medical Group

Bullhead Urgent Care

Anytime Fitness

River Valley Family Center

Elevation Fitness

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