Hereford Arizona Map
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| City | Hereford |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Cochise County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) |
| Latitude | 31.438432 |
| Longitude | -110.097855 |
| Population | 5,780 |
| Density | 55.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 85615 |
| Area Code | 520 |
| County Seat | Bisbee |
About Hereford, Arizona
Hereford is a locality in Cochise County, Arizona, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,780. The population density is 55.0 people per km². Hereford is located at 31.4384°N, 110.0979°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. ZIP code: 85615.Hereford occupies a quiet, sun-drenched expanse where the San Pedro River carves a life-giving path through the arid landscape. It lies 7.0 miles east of Sierra Vista Southeast, AZ (from Sierra Vista Southeast, AZ: bearing 98°T), and is situated 14.5 miles east-southeast of Sierra Vista. The horizon is defined by the steady, rugged presence of Escabrosa Ridge, which anchors the view eight miles to the west. Broad plains stretch toward Greenbush Draw, three miles distant, creating an open theater for the shifting light of the high desert. Within the protected boundaries of the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, the land holds a stillness that feels both ancient and immediate. A traveler might find the occasional stillness broken only by the dry rustle of mesquite or the sharp, sudden call of a hawk circling above the scrub.
History in Hereford remains deeply tethered to the rhythms of ranching and the slow, deliberate cultivation of the high desert soil. The local economy relies on this enduring connection to the land, balancing modest agricultural ventures with the preservation of the surrounding ecological corridor. While the pace of trade is measured, the work of maintaining fences and managing water rights continues as a daily commitment to the region’s sparse resources. When the seasonal rains arrive, they transform the thirsty earth, dictating the cycles of activity for those who manage the open range. Further afield, the presence of Sandy Bob Tank serves as a vital, if small, anchor for the water-conscious industries that define the local livelihood.
Cultural life in Hereford is marked by a deep, quiet respect for the immense scale of the surrounding basin and the resilience required to thrive here. Residents often look toward the Miller Canyon Perimeter Trailhead as a point of access for experiencing the rugged terrain firsthand. The character of the people is shaped by the same elements that influence the flora, demanding a pragmatic patience that mirrors the slow growth of the local chaparral. While no single landmark dominates the skyline, the vast, unobstructed view of the stars at night serves as a shared, nightly monument for all who live here. The atmosphere remains one of profound independence, where the primary focus is the stewardship of the land and the quiet enjoyment of its vast, uncrowded horizons.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — locality lies within · 58k acres
- State Trust Land (State Resource Management Area) — 0.7 mi, 072° E
- Upper San Pedro (Conservation Area) — 3.1 mi, 188° S
- Mormon Battalion Monument (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 192° S
- Sierra Vista Shooting Range (State Conservation Area) — 4.7 mi, 033° NE
- Yarbrough (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 203° SW
- Coronado National Forest (National Forest) — 8.0 mi, 248° W · 1.7M acres
- Ash Canyon Bird Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 9.0 mi, 248° W
- False Continental Divide Monument (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 081° E
- Miller Peak Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 9.6 mi, 254° W · 20k acres
- Murray Springs Clovis Site (Historic Ruins) — 10.3 mi, 332° NW
- Iron Man (Public Artwork) — 10.5 mi, 088° E
- Clanton Ranch (Historic Ruins) — 10.7 mi, 343° N
- The Gallery At 40 Main (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 089° E
- Chimera 27 (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 089° E
- Eliza Thurston (Monument) — 10.7 mi, 088° E
- Belleza Gallery (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 089° E
- Bisbee Fiber Arts Guild (Arts Centre) — 10.8 mi, 088° E
- Chuckleheads (Theatre) — 10.9 mi, 088° E
- Carr Canyon Waterfall (Viewpoint) — 11.0 mi, 269° W
- Cinemark 10 (Cinema) — 11.5 mi, 303° NW
- Arizona National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 12.0 mi, 246° SW · 415 acres
- Brunckow's Cabin (Attraction) — 14.3 mi, 346° N
- Old Tombstone Western Theme Park (Attraction) — 18.9 mi, 005° N
- Gunfighter Hall of Fame (Attraction) — 19.0 mi, 005° N
- Pioneer Home Museum (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 007° N
- Las Cienegas National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — 25.4 mi, 292° W · 49k acres
- Leslie Canyon National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 35.3 mi, 073° E · 5,550 acres
- Mt. Wrightson Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 42.7 mi, 292° W · 25k acres
- Saguaro National Park (National Park) — 51.8 mi, 333° NW · 89k acres
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About This Hereford Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hereford, Arizona. Coordinates: 31.438432, -110.097855. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Hereford includes the ZIP code (85615), telephone area code (520), county seat of Cochise County (Bisbee), and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
