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Bullhead City, Arizona

Located in Mohave County, Arizona, Bullhead City was established in 1984. Across the Colorado River from Laughlin, NV casinos. One of the hottest cities in the U.S.
Founded 1984 | Population 44,606 | Peak 44,606 (2024) | County Mohave County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Bullhead City, Arizona

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1984 Founded: Bullhead City was founded in Mohave County.
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1984 Incorporated: Colorado River community.
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2010 Modern Era: Bullhead City continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Bullhead City continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

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Did You Know?

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Across the Colorado River from Laughlin, NV casinos.
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One of the hottest cities in the U.S.
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On the Arizona-Nevada border.
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Bullhead City is located in Mohave County, Arizona.
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Bullhead City was founded in 1984.

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