Our Town
We are nestled comfortably in the mountains of central Arizona, 15 miles north of
Prescott, at an elevation of 4,750 feet. Chino Valley has a mild climate and a gentle four seasons. We enjoy 300 plus days of sunshine every year, and have an average rainfall of 10.6 inches. The Chino Valley area supports a variety of vegetation. Spring is heralded by grand tulips and daffodils. The summer landscape is marked with bountiful vegetable gardens where corn, squash, and beans flourish.
Summer's harvest is celebrated at the annual corn dinner and dance held each Labor Day. Autumn's colors, enhanced by profuse evergreens native to the area, give a beautiful prelude to the mild winters.
Chino Valley's population growth rate from 1990 to 2000 was 62% and up another 22% from 2000 to 2004. Currently, there are approximately 9600 town residents. The town is blessed with clean air, good soil, and an abundant supply of pure water, proven to require no treatment. Local wells provide most of the drinking water. Average well depths range between 200 to 500 feet. The Chino Valley Irrigation District, a 2500 acre service area, provides water for agricultural purposes. Whether your dream is your own garden, a small farm or a large ranch, Chino Valley has the resources to support your desires..
