Yuma Arizona Map

About Yuma, Arizona

Yuma is a locality in Yuma County, Arizona, United States. With a population of 145,839, Yuma is a major urban centre in Arizona. The population density is 314.0 people per km². Yuma is located at 32.7253°N, 114.6244°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. ZIP code: 85365.

Yuma occupies a sun-baked corner of Arizona where the Colorado River, a ribbon of life, carves its path through an ancient landscape. It lies 13.2 miles west-north-west of Fortuna Foothills, AZ (from Fortuna Foothills, AZ: bearing 291°T), and is situated 3.2 miles north-north-west of Desert View. This region, shaped by eons of wind and water, has long been a crossroads, first for indigenous peoples and later for American pioneers drawn by the promise of fertile land. The economy of Yuma still thrives on this agricultural bounty, a testament to the engineering marvels that brought water to the desert, allowing crops like lettuce, dates, and citrus to flourish under a relentless sun. The very air here seems to hold the memory of countless journeys, a quiet hum of persistent growth against a backdrop of vast, open skies. The cultural character of Yuma is one of resilience and adaptation, a blend of the hardy pioneers and the enduring spirit of its original inhabitants. Notable landmarks, like the historic Yuma Territorial Prison, whisper tales of a rugged past, while the Gateway Park offers a serene vantage point to appreciate the mighty Colorado. Though not a hub for major universities, the community embraces learning and holds onto its traditions with a quiet pride. The pace of life in Yuma is dictated by the sun's arc, a gentle rhythm punctuated by the arrival of winter visitors seeking its warmth and the vibrant colors of its agricultural harvests.

About This Yuma Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Yuma, Arizona — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 32.725325, -114.624397. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Yuma and Yuma County.

Detailed location data for Yuma includes the ZIP code (85364), telephone area code (480), county seat of Yuma County (Yuma), and school district assignment (Yuma Union High School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Yuma is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.