Arizona became the 48th state on February 14, 1912. Phoenix is the state capital. There are currently 15 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
Apache | Cochise | Coconino | Gila | Graham | ||||
Greenlee | La Paz | Maricopa | Mohave | Navajo | ||||
Pima | Pinal | Santa Cruz | Yavapai | Yuma |
Highest Point – Humphreys Peak ( 12,633 feet ) is located in Coconino County.
Lowest Point – Colorado River ( 70 feet ) is located in Yuma County.
Oldest Courthouse still in use - Coconino County (1894-1895)
Oldest Former Courthouse - Cochise County ( Tombstone – 1882-1883)
State Capitol – Phoenix
Old Governor Mansion – Prescott