Oro Valley, incorporated in 1974, is a suburban town located 6 miles north of Tucson, Arizona, in Pima County. The town is in a valley formed by the Santa Cruz River and Gold Creek, with the pinnacles of Pusch Ridge towering nearby in the Santa Catalina Mountains. Oro Valley is set among the rugged mountains, yet close to the comforts of Tucson. There are many advantages to living here, such as the beauty of the desert and the proximity to lots of outdoor activities.
Retirement Communities in the Oro Valley, Arizona area
Entertainment, shopping and activities are available in town or in the Tucson metropolitan area. Just east of Oro Valley is Catalina State Park. These pine-covered mountains were called La Iglesia, or the church, by the early Spaniards for the cathedral-like appearance. They are part of the 9,000-foot Mount Lemmon which is the southernmost ski area in the United States.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $259,100
Demographics
Oro Valley has a population of 38,438 and covers 31.9 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 2,620 feet above sea level.
Climate
Oro Valley, AZ climate is very hot during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 90's and cool during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 50's.
The warmest month of the year is June with an average maximum temperature of 99.90 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 39.60 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 27 degrees Fahrenheit.
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