Nelson
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona
Nelson is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Pima County, Arizona, with 249 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,975 ft (602 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Avra Valley, 4.4 miles W.
- 249residents (2020 Census)
- 1,975 ftelevation · 602 m
- 0.5 sq miland area · 1.2 km²
- 526 / sq mipopulation density
- 85654ZIP code
About Nelson
Nelson is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pima County, Arizona, United States. The population was 249 at the 2020 census, down from 259 at the 2010 census.
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- Median home value
- $96,000
- Median age
- 19.1
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Nelson had 249 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 249 |
|---|---|
| Density | 526 per sq mi (203 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Nelson at a glance
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
|---|---|
| County | Pima County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 249 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.47 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,975 ft (602 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.4298° N, 111.2649° W |
| ZIP code | 85654 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0449100 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Nelson
- Avra Valley4.4 mi W
- Picture Rocks6.0 mi S
- Rillito6.5 mi E
- Marana8.0 mi E
- Red Rock11.1 mi NW
- Tucson Mountains15.0 mi SE
- Casas Adobes16.0 mi E
- Oro Valley16.8 mi E
- Flowing Wells17.5 mi SE
- Tucson Estates19.1 mi SE
- Catalina21.6 mi E
- Valencia West22.2 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Nelson
What county is Nelson in?
Nelson is in Pima County, Arizona.
What is the population of Nelson, AZ?
249 people lived in Nelson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Nelson, AZ?
The ZIP code of Nelson is 85654.
What is the elevation of Nelson?
1,975 feet (602 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Nelson?
Avra Valley (4.4 mi), Picture Rocks (6.0 mi), Rillito (6.5 mi), Marana (8.0 mi), Red Rock (11.1 mi).
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