Avondale Area Information
The small yet bustling residential area of Avondale is situated along the Agua Fria River just north of the junction with the Gila River. Like many of the West Valley outlying communities Avondale is rapidly transforming from an agricultural center into a mature suburb with a diversity of light industry and commercial development. More than 12000 residential units are either in construction or in the planning stage which ensures an abundance of new construction. Although Interstate 10 has been the major thoroughfare for Avondale residents as they travel to essential Valley destinations the connection of Interstate 10 with Loop 101 offers a quick and easy trip to the employment centers and amenities throughout the Northwest metro region. On the southern edge of Avondale the Phoenix International Raceway provides a dynamic regional attraction located at a comfortable distance from residential development. The racetrack hosts a number of entertainment activities throughout the year and important competitive events that include Indy car and NASCAR racing. Each October Avondale residents celebrate Billy Moore Days honoring one of the legendary early settlers of the area. Burro races sports tournaments a parade a carnival and great food draw a regional crowd to the festivities. Estrella Mountain Regional Park forms the citys southern boundary providing a wealth of recreational activities and many outdoor adventures. Camping horseback riding picnicking and golfing are all popular park activities. The vast acreage of White Tanks Mountain Regional Park adds historic petroglyphs hiking trails and scenic desert vistas for every activity. Locally residents enjoy a variety of well- managed facilities and services that include serene parks community and senior centers a local library several premier golf courses tennis courts sports courts and ballparks. Students of all ages can take advantage of the continuing education courses and degree programs available close to home at Estrella Mountain Community College - also one of the areas leading public employers.
Statistics & Facts
The population of Avondale is approximately 60,000 (2004).
The approximate number of families is 5,579 (1990).
Avondale elevation is 972 feet above sea level.
Avondale median income is $68,000 (2004).
The Avondale median home price is $129,200 (2000).
Location
Avondale location: near Phoenix on the edge of the Sonoran Desert. Other nearby communities include Litchfield Park, Tolleson, Goodyear, Youngtown, El Mirage, Sun City, Glendale and Peoria.
Climate & Weather
The weather in Avondale is warm and comfortable most of the year. There are two rainy seasons in this area. One is usually in December and the other in August. The "summer monsoon" season in the summer brings storms up from the Baja California area. Here is a Time and Temperature page for Avondale.
The average winter temperature is 54.0 degrees F.
The average spring temperature is 69.8 degrees F.
The average summer temperature is 92.4 degrees F.
The average fall temperature is 73.8 degrees F.
Avondale History:
William (Billy) Moore came to the Kingman area in the late 1860s from Missouri. He eventually settled near the Aqua Fria River about 1880. Agua Fria means cold water in Spanish. He called his little village Coldwater. He took part in the early government for a brief time, built a saloon and general store and created a stage stop in Coldwater. He was the postmaster here from 1901 until 1905. The Post office was then moved to another site near the Avondale Ranch and soon became known as Avondale Post office. The little community name of Coldwater gradually faded from use. Avondale was incorporated in 1946. The incorporation date of Avondale: 13 December 1946
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