Where is Fountain Hills, Arizona, USA?

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Where is Fountain Hills Located? - Fountain Hills is a city located in the Maricopa County of Arizona, United States. Fountain Hills lies between 36.3585 Degrees North latitudes and 94.2849 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Fountain Hills, Arizona

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Where is Fountain Hills Located?

Fountain Hills is a city located in the Maricopa County of Arizona, United States. Fountain Hills lies between 36.3585 Degrees North latitudes and 94.2849 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Fountain Hills city is 23820 people and the city has a total area of 20.28 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Fountain Hills, Arizona Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityFountain Hills
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
State CapitalPhoenix
US RegionSouthwest
Latitude33.6117°N
Longitude111.7174°W
Elevation1,597 ft (487 m)
Land Area20.19 sq mi
Water Area0.03 sq mi
Total Area20.22 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)23,820
Population Density1,180 per sq mi
ZIP Codes85268, 85269
Area Code480
Time Zone StandardMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7)
Time Zone DaylightMountain Standard Time (MST, UTC−7, no daylight saving time)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code04-24730
Congressional DistrictArizona's 4th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Fountain Hills, Arizona

  • Scottsdale, Arizona - Southwest - 11 mi
  • Rio Verde, Arizona - North - 10 mi
  • Mesa, Arizona - South - 18 mi
  • Tempe, Arizona - Southwest - 22 mi
  • Paradise Valley, Arizona - West - 18 mi
  • Phoenix, Arizona - West - 27 mi
  • Gilbert, Arizona - South - 29 mi
  • Carefree, Arizona - Northwest - 21 mi
  • Cave Creek, Arizona - Northwest - 22 mi
  • Apache Junction, Arizona - Southeast - 27 mi

Driving Distances from Fountain Hills, Arizona

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
ScottsdaleArizona1120 minutes
MesaArizona1825 minutes
Paradise ValleyArizona1825 minutes
TempeArizona2230 minutes
PhoenixArizona2735 minutes
GilbertArizona2940 minutes
Apache JunctionArizona2735 minutes
ChandlerArizona3545 minutes
GlendaleArizona4050 minutes
PeoriaArizona4355 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Fountain Hills, Arizona

ModeDetails
Airport NamePhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA CodePHX
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysArizona State Route 87, Shea Boulevard, Beeline Highway
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station is in Maricopa
Local Bus/Transit ServiceValley Metro Express and regional commuter services
  • Arizona State Route 87 (Beeline Highway) connects Fountain Hills with Phoenix to the southwest and Payson to the northeast.
  • Shea Boulevard serves as the main route linking Fountain Hills with Scottsdale and Loop 101.
  • Fountain Hills Boulevard provides the primary north-south route through the town and connects residential and commercial areas.

What are top Places to Visit in Fountain Hills, Arizona

Landmark NameType
Fountain ParkPark
Fountain Hills FountainLandmark
McDowell Mountain Regional ParkRegional Park
Desert Botanical Garden at Fountain HillsBotanical Garden
River of Time Museum & Exploration CenterMuseum
Dixileta Golf ClubGolf Club
SunRidge Canyon Golf ClubGolf Course
Golden Eagle ParkPark
Eagle Mountain Golf ClubGolf Course
Lost Dog Wash TrailheadHiking Area

Colleges and Universities in Fountain Hills, Arizona

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Scottsdale Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and transfer programs
Arizona State UniversityPublicUniversityResearch and innovation
Mayo Clinic Alix School of MedicinePrivateUniversityMedical education
University of PhoenixPrivateUniversityAdult and online education
Fountain Hills Unified School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictLocal public education

Waterbodies in Fountain Hills, Arizona

Fountain Lake, Salt River, Verde River, Saguaro Lake, Bartlett Lake, Lake Pleasant, McDowell Creek, Sycamore Creek

Golf Courses in Fountain Hills, Arizona

SunRidge Canyon Golf Club, Eagle Mountain Golf Club, Desert Canyon Golf Club, FireRock Country Club, We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, Ancala Country Club

Fountain Hills, Arizona — Key Historical Facts

  • Fountain Hills was established in 1970 as a master-planned community developed by McCulloch Properties on former desert ranchland.
  • The town's iconic fountain began operating in 1970 and quickly became one of Arizona's best-known landmarks, sending water hundreds of feet into the air.
  • Fountain Hills officially incorporated as a town in 1989, allowing residents to establish local government and manage future growth.
  • The community has preserved much of the surrounding Sonoran Desert through parks, trail systems, and open-space conservation efforts.
  • Today, Fountain Hills is known for its scenic desert landscapes, outdoor recreation, art festivals, and high quality of life within the Phoenix metropolitan area.

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