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Queen Creek, Arizona

Located in Maricopa County, Arizona, Queen Creek was established in 1913. Grew from 4,000 to 78,000. Schnepf Farms is popular agritourism.
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Founded 1913 | Population 78,523 | Peak 78,523 (2024) | County Maricopa County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Queen Creek, Arizona

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1885 Railroad Era: Railroad connections spurred growth and commerce in Queen Creek.
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1913 Founded: Queen Creek was founded as a railroad town in Maricopa County.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Queen Creek's identity and economy.
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2000 Exurban Boom: Explosive growth.
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2020 Fastest Growing: One of fastest in U.S.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Era
1913 Culture
Founded
1942 Government
Military Presence
2000 Business
Exurban Boom
2020 Business
Fastest Growing

Did You Know?

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Grew from 4,000 to 78,000.
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Schnepf Farms is popular agritourism.
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Among fastest-growing in U.S.
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Queen Creek is located in Maricopa County, Arizona.
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Queen Creek was founded in 1913.

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