Bullhead City
City in Mohave County, Arizona
Bullhead City is a city in Mohave County, Arizona, with 41,348 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 541 ft (165 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Laughlin, 3.8 miles W.
- 41,348residents (2020 Census)
- 541 ftelevation · 165 m
- 59.4 sq miland area · 153.8 km²
- 696 / sq mipopulation density
- 86442ZIP code
About Bullhead City
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, 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.
With over 60 square miles (160 km2), Bullhead City is the largest city in Mohave County in terms of total land area.
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Living in Bullhead City
- Median household income
- $50,556
- Median home value
- $211,500
- Median rent
- $1,079/mo
- Median age
- 56
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Bullhead City had 41,348 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 41,348 |
|---|---|
| Density | 696 per sq mi (269 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Bullhead City at a glance
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|
| County | Mohave County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 41,348 (2020) |
| Land area | 59.38 sq mi (153.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.78 sq mi (2.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 541 ft (165 m) |
| Coordinates | 35.1274° N, 114.5560° W |
| ZIP code | 86442 |
| Official website | bullheadcity.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0408220 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Bullhead City
- Laughlin, NV3.8 mi W
- Katherine6.4 mi N
- Fort Mohave8.8 mi S
- Mesquite Creek11.6 mi S
- Oatman11.9 mi SE
- Mojave Ranch Estates12.8 mi S
- Willow Valley14.4 mi S
- Mohave Valley15.6 mi S
- Arizona Village18.9 mi S
- Golden Valley19.1 mi E
- Cal-Nev-Ari, NV21.7 mi NW
- Needles, CA22.0 mi S
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Frequently asked questions about Bullhead City
What county is Bullhead City in?
Bullhead City is in Mohave County, Arizona.
What is the population of Bullhead City, AZ?
41,348 people lived in Bullhead City at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Bullhead City, AZ?
The ZIP code of Bullhead City is 86442.
What is the elevation of Bullhead City?
541 feet (165 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Bullhead City?
Laughlin (3.8 mi), Katherine (6.4 mi), Fort Mohave (8.8 mi), Mesquite Creek (11.6 mi), Oatman (11.9 mi).
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