Tonto Basin

Census-designated place in Gila County, Arizona

Aerial view of Tonto Basin, Arizona
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Tonto Basin is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Gila County, Arizona, with 1,444 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 2,238 ft (682 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Jakes Corner, 11.5 miles N.

About Tonto Basin

Tonto Basin is a census-designated place (CDP) in Gila County, Arizona, United States. The population was 1,424 at the 2010 United States census, up from 840 in 2000.

Within Tonto Basin is located in the unincorporated community of Punkin Center.

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Median household income
$50,762
Median home value
$269,100
Median age
61.9
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Tonto Basin, AZ population

Tonto Basin had 1,444 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census1,444
Density45 per sq mi (17 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Tonto Basin at a glance

StateArizona (AZ)
CountyGila County
TypeCensus-designated place
Population1,444 (2020)
Land area32.12 sq mi (83.2 km²)
Water area0.00 sq mi (0.01 km²)
Elevation2,238 ft (682 m)
Coordinates33.8432° N, 111.3016° W
ZIP code85553
Census code (GEOID)0474610

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Tonto Basin

What county is Tonto Basin in?

Tonto Basin is in Gila County, Arizona.

What is the population of Tonto Basin, AZ?

1,444 people lived in Tonto Basin at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Tonto Basin, AZ?

The ZIP code of Tonto Basin is 85553.

What is the elevation of Tonto Basin?

2,238 feet (682 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Tonto Basin?

Jakes Corner (11.5 mi), Deer Creek (15.8 mi), Roosevelt (16.3 mi), Rye (17.8 mi), Gisela (17.9 mi).

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