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Sierra Vista, Arizona

Located in Cochise County, Arizona, Sierra Vista was established in 1956. Fort Huachuca is a major Army intelligence and electronic warfare center. World-class birding destination — 14 species of hummingbirds.

Founded 1956 | Population 46,561 | Peak 46,561 (2024) | County Cochise County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Sierra Vista, Arizona

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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Sierra Vista's identity and economy.

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1956 Founded: Sierra Vista was founded with Spanish colonial roots in Cochise County.

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1956 Incorporated: Fort Huachuca area.

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2010 Modern Era: Sierra Vista continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.

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Complete Historical Timeline

1942 Government

Military Presence

1956 Culture

Founded

1956 Government

Incorporated

2010 Culture

Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Fort Huachuca is a major Army intelligence and electronic warfare center.

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World-class birding destination — 14 species of hummingbirds.

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Near the Mexican border in southeast Arizona.

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Sierra Vista is located in Cochise County, Arizona.

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Sierra Vista was founded in 1956.

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