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Casa Grande, Arizona

Located in Pinal County, Arizona, Casa Grande was established in 1879. Named for the nearby Casa Grande Ruins — ancient Hohokam great house. Halfway between Phoenix and Tucson along I-10.
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Founded 1879 | Population 60,860 | Peak 60,860 (2024) | County Pinal County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Casa Grande, Arizona

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1879 Founded: Named for ancient Hohokam ruins.
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1915 Incorporated: Casa Grande was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010 Modern Era: Casa Grande continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Casa Grande continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Did You Know?

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Named for the nearby Casa Grande Ruins — ancient Hohokam great house.
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Halfway between Phoenix and Tucson along I-10.
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One of Arizona's fastest-growing smaller cities.
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Casa Grande is located in Pinal County, Arizona.
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Casa Grande was founded in 1879.

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