Explore Tolleson, Arizona, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Tolleson |
| State | Arizona (AZ) |
| County | Maricopa County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) |
| Latitude | 33.450043 |
| Longitude | -112.259321 |
| Population | 7,216 |
| Density | 486.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 85353 |
| Area Code | 480 |
| County Seat | Phoenix |
| School District | Tolleson Union High School District |
Tolleson stretches across a flat, sun-drenched expanse where the horizon seems to pull the sky down toward the earth. It lies 5.3 miles east of Avondale, AZ (from Avondale, AZ: bearing 79°T), and is situated 7.4 miles southwest of Glendale. The landscape remains defined by the broad, fertile plains of the Salt River Valley, which provide a quiet, expansive clarity to the daily commute. In the distance, the rugged silhouette of the Sierra Estrella rises against the fading light, marking a boundary between the settled fields and the wilder desert beyond. The Agua Fria River flows four miles away, a subtle thread of moisture in an otherwise arid expanse that dictates the rhythm of the local hydrology. Within the urban boundaries, Cowden City Park offers a patch of greenery where the late afternoon heat softens, allowing a moment of stillness amidst the hum of the surrounding regional activity.
Tolleson began as a small agricultural settlement, its foundation rooted in the rich soil that allowed farmers to cultivate the desert into a productive corridor. Over the decades, the local economy shifted from traditional farming toward a robust industrial and logistics hub, drawing strength from its strategic positioning near major transit routes. Warehouses and distribution centers now define the industrial skyline, replacing the earlier patterns of row crops with the steady, mechanical pulse of modern commerce. This transition has reshaped the daily labor of the people, turning the once-rural acreage into a vital node for regional trade. Despite these changes, the industrious spirit of the early pioneers remains visible in the meticulous upkeep of the commercial zones and the persistent growth of the local workforce.
Tolleson maintains a distinct cultural character shaped by a deep sense of community and a shared pride in its hardworking heritage. Residents often gather for local celebrations that highlight the diverse culinary and social traditions that have migrated here over the years. While the town focuses on its internal vitality, the quiet influence of the surrounding desert environment provides a constant, grounding backdrop for its citizens. Notable figures such as the late professional athlete and coach Jerry Colangelo have maintained ties to the broader regional sports culture that permeates the valley. Life in Tolleson moves with a deliberate, steady pace, where the changing colors of the sky at dusk offer a daily, silent spectacle for anyone taking the time to look up from their chores.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Tolleson, Arizona. Coordinates: 33.450043, -112.259321. 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 Tolleson includes the ZIP code (85353), telephone area code (480), county seat of Maricopa County (Phoenix), and school district assignment (Tolleson Union High School District).
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. |