Interesting facts about Arizona:
Oro Valley recently ranked the #1 retirement town in America
Nestled at the foothills of the Catalina Mountains, Oro Valley has been ranked as the top retirement destination in the United States , according to a report by GoBankingRates. The town’s safety, stunning views and active lifestyle make it a haven for retirees seeking peace and prosperity.
The ranking also highlights its higher-than-average income for retirees: $52,098 compared to the national average of $27,617. Click HERE to read more from this KGUN 9 News Story.
The highest point in the state is Humphrey’s Peak
Arizona is far from being a flat state. It has thousands of mountains and hills, and most of the state is above sea level. However, even considering all that, you might be surprised to learn that its highest point is 12,633 feet. Humphrey’s Peak is the 12th highest state point in the country. The hike to the top is 5 miles long and considered very challenging.
Phoenix is the hottest US city
In a country as large as the United States, climates can vary widely. The hottest parts of the country can also be vastly different. The temperature in Phoenix, Arizona, is typically over 100 degrees during the summer months.
Phoenix has experienced a 31-day heat streak where temperatures exceeded 110 degrees. Events like these contribute to Phoenix being the hottest city in the USA.
Mules deliver mail in a part of Arizona
When the postal service said snow, rain, and heat wouldn’t be able to keep their workers from carrying mail, they meant it. That determination also covers difficult terrain.
The Havasupai is a Native American tribe who call the bottom of the Grand Canyon home. Unfortunately, reaching them by car is impossible. In order to deliver their mail, the USPS employs the use of special mail-delivery mules.