Wilcox
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Wilcox Arizona
Willcox owes it's initial existence to the Southern Pacific railroad which
first chugged through the area in 1880. The renovated historic Southern
Pacific Depot is just one of the attractions in the revitalized downtown
area of Willcox. The Rex Allen Museum and the Cowboy Hall of Fame pay
tribute to the city's most famous son, Rex Allen, and the ranching
influence. The Chiricahua Regional Museum houses many artifacts and
exhibits of the area, as well as the Chiricahua Apache Indians, their
great Chief, Cochise, and renegade Geronimo.
Willcox serves as a starting point for your journey through the Magic
Circle of Cochise. The road leads you to the ghost town of Dos Cabezas, as
you head for Apache Pass and the Fort Bowie National Historic Site. This
outpost marks the battles of the Indian Wars in the late 1880's. The
Chiricahua National Monument presents an amazing variety of plants and
animals, with more than 20 miles of hiking trails to explore the towering
spire rock formations. Cochise Stronghold stands as a monument to one of
the greatest Apache Chiefs, Cochise who often hid in this box canyon. The
Cochise Stronghold includes a 5-mile hiking trail, rock climbing,
petroglyphs, and picnic and camping facilities.
Willcox has plenty of things to keep everyone busy from outdoor recreation
such as hiking, biking, camping, golfing; bird watching and beautiful
sunsets. Historic downtown Willcox is home to the oldest continuely
operating store in Arizona, along with antique shops, museums, unique
restaurants, specialty shops, and great people. Browse our web pages for
detailed information on tourism, retirement, economic development, or
special events.
Every winter thousands of Sandhill Cranes migrate to the Sulphur Springs
Valley. Cochise Lakes, adjacent to the Willcox Playa, is a verdant wetland
that attracts a variety of bird species including ducks and migratory
shore birds. Sparrows, quail and many birds of prey also populate the
area.
On the outskirts of Willcox, visitors will find "u-pick farms", which
offers pick your own produce opportunities from squash and pumpkins to
apples and chilies. The season is July through October.
Willcox blends rough and tumble country with friendly small town attitude.
From the solitude of riding a bike where wildlife roams freely to playing
a round of golf with your neighbors, Willcox has a sense of community that
is proud of its past and mindful of the future.
The air is unpolluted, the water is pure, the temperatures are moderate,
the sunsets spectacular and retirees are welcome.
Willcox is located directly on Interstate 10, 80 miles east of Tucson,
Arizona. Willcox, at an elevation of 4,167 feet, has mild year-around
climate, relatively inexpensive land and housing, and pleasant rural
lifestyles.
Cochise County is unparalleled in historical, cultural, scenic and
recreational features. From the rugged Dos Cabezas Peaks and the
Chiricahua Mountains to Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains (part
of the Coronado National Forest), the dramatic changes in scenery and
wildlife will both delight and amaze visitors. These awe-inspiring
mountains and mystifying deserts were once the homeland of the Chiricahua
Apache Indians, and it is from the great chief Cochise that the county
gets its name.
Visitors are encouraged to "Travel the Magic Circle of Cochise", a journey
through the area that will bring its rich history and unique and dramatic
geology to life. The Cochise Information Center, operated by the Willcox
Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, has information on the tour
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Location / Description
Willcox is located on Interstate 10 halfway between Phoenix, Arizona and El
Paso, Texas, approximately 90 miles east of Tucson. Willcox is in the
northern section of the Sulphur Springs Valley which cuts through Cochise
County for nearly 100 miles averaging more than 15 miles in width. Willcox
was established in 1880 and incorporated in 1915. Willcox serves as the
major trade and service center for agriculture and tourism within the
county.
Population / Elevation
3,100 people / 4,156 feet above sea level
Weather / Climate
At a high elevation on the eastern edge of the Sonoran Desert, Willcox has a
mild, year-round climate,
Willcox, Arizona - Monthly Climate Normals
Year Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High °F 77.2 58.3 63.1 69.0 77.1 85.1 94.1 94.2 91.3 88.3 79.3 67.6 58.9
Low °F 41.3 25.6 28.0 31.9 37.1 43.9 52.9 62.5 61.2 54.0 41.3 30.7 26.0
Avg °F 59.3 42.0 45.6 50.5 57.1 64.5 73.5 78.4 76.3 71.2 60.3 49.2 42.5
Rain " 12.25 0.95 0.89 0.66 0.24 0.26 0.37 2.44 2.59 1.19 0.81 0.71 1.14
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History
Willcox began as a small cow town and was once known as the "Cattle Capital"
of the nation. Cattle are still an important aspect of the economy, and a
large livestock auction is held annually in Willcox.
Row crops such as cotton and small grains are significant as well. The
diversification of agriculture has resulted in the establishment of apple
orchards, pistachio and pecan groves, ostrich farms, grape vineyards and two
hydroponics tomato green houses.
A well-established U-Pick-it industry provides fresh produce for all of
Southern Arizona and Southwestern New Mexico. There are dozens of U-Pick
farms in the Willcox area. A variety of different fruits and vegetables can
be harvested, and has become a tradition for many families to travel to
Willcox annually to pick their own fresh produce. Tourists, as well as
traveling business people also have an important impact on the city's
economy.
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Things To Do
January: Wings Over Willcox (Sandhill Crane Celebration) - 3rd Weekend
February: Miniature Art Show
April: Southeastern Arizona Fine Arts Show
May: Rex Allen Golf Tournament
June: Balloon Festival
July: Summer Fest Picnic
July thru October: U-Pick Vegetable Fruit
September: Magic Circle Bike Challenge - Labor Day Weekend
October: Rex Allen Days - 1st Weekend. Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction
November: Holiday House
December: Christmas Apple Festival - 1st Friday & Saturday
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Lodging
Hotels/Motels
There are hotels and motels in Willcox with something for every taste and
price range. For more information and a complete list. Click Here. (Rates,
availability and reservation on line)
Camping & RV Parks
There are many camping and RV accommodations in and around Willcox. For more
information, contact:
Willcox Chamber of Commerce
1500 N. Circle I Rd., Willcox, Arizona
520- 384-2272
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Market Location & Transportation
Willcox is located directly on 1-10 between El Paso, Texas and Phoenix,
Arizona. It has overnight delivery capabilities to six adjacent states which
taps both California and Texas Markets.
Distances to Major Cities (miles)
Tucson, Arizona
80 miles
Mexico Border
82 miles
Phoenix, Arizona
196 miles
El Paso, Texas
239 miles
Albuquerque, NM
355 miles
Las Vegas, Nevada
489 miles
San Diego, California
504 miles
Los Angeles, California
593 miles
Dallas, Texas
859 miles
Willcox Industrial Park
Site Location: 34 Acres - available for development.
Easy access to Interstate 10 and State Hwy 186 and located within the City
limits. Mexican Port of Entry is only 70 minutes, Tucson International
Airport is only 70 minutes and Cochise County Airport is 5 minutes.
Site Info: 13.99 acres available for lease, zoned I-2 Industrial, 20 acres
for sale zoned I-1 Non-Hazardous Industry.
Transportation: Most major truck lines, Union Pacific Railroad (Fertizona
spur serves industrial park) and most Delivery Services.
POPULATION
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
Willcox
3,705
3,750
3,775
3,813
3,851
Cochise County
124,575
126,300
121,435
125,025
126,600
Arizona
4,924,350
5,080,775
5,319,895
5,199,150
5,317,475
Willcox Unemp. Rate
3.5%
2.7%
2.8%
GROWTH INDICATOR
Postal Deliveries
1997
1998
1999
2000
2001
Willcox
3,403
3,656
3,727
3,890
3,848
Cochise
557
470
494
557
585
Pearce/Sunsites
1,314
1,331
1,320
1,314
1,376
Bowie/SanSimon
794
819
792
809
867
Dragoon
161
161
180
175
198
Totals
6,229
6,346
6,513
6,745
6,874
CITY SALES TAX
Year
1999-2000
2000-2001
2001-2002
2002-2003
Total Taxable
57,585,950.00
60,344,549.00
61,366,200.00
54,843,900.00
City Sales Tax
1,151,719.00
1,206,891.00
1,227,324.00
1,645,317.00
Bed Tax
125,979.00
131,353.00
119,942.00
127,741.00
School Enrollment
1,580
1,501
1,249
Building Permits
Year
2000
2001
2002
Number of Permits Issued
201
139
167
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