Nogales, Border city in Santa Cruz County, Arizona, United States
The city of Nogales stands divided by International Avenue, forming a pair with its Mexican counterpart Heroica Nogales in the state of Sonora.
Founded in 1880 by merchant Jacob Isaacson as Isaactown, the settlement gained its current name from the black walnut trees growing in the area.
The population of both Nogales cities maintains continuous exchanges through daily border crossings, creating a shared environment of Mexican and American traditions.
Nogales functions as a major port of entry between the United States and Mexico, processing fresh agricultural products and supporting manufacturing operations.
The international border fence between the two Nogales cities was constructed in 1918 following a significant battle that involved Mexican civilians and US soldiers.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Inception: 1893
Elevation above the sea: 1,168 m
Part of: Mexico–United States border
Website: http://nogalesaz.gov
GPS coordinates: 31.35389,-110.93917
Latest update: May 30, 2025 18:38
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