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Economic Development

Bullhead City – The Retail Hub of the Region

Bullhead City is the retail hub of Mohave County, Arizona, and southern Clark County, Nevada. More than 118,000 people live within 20 miles of the city’s many shops, restaurants, and retail centers.

The city is located

90 miles

South of Las Vegas, Nevada

275 miles

From Los Angeles, California

232 miles

From Phoenix, Arizona

Bullhead City is easily accessible via major highways from southern California, Arizona, and Nevada. The city is also served by the Bullhead City/Laughlin International Airport.

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Tourism in Bullhead City

With year-round sunshine, outdoor activities, and stunning desert and river scenery, Bullhead City attracts more than two million visitors annually. Many return year after year for the city’s unique blend of recreation and relaxation.

87%

arrive by ground transportation

68%

are married

58%

are retired

45%

have a household income of $59,999 or more

$163.88

Daily food spending

$103.71

Avg shopping

4.5 Days/3.5 Nights

Average Stay

Growth in Bullhead City

Bullhead City is experiencing steady growth across housing, commercial development, and tourism.

Single Family Home Permits Increased

66%

in one year

Commerical Permits Increased

3.3%

in one year

Bullhead City Sales Tax Collection Rose

6.3%

in one year

Increase in City Facilities Bookings

400%

Sports tourism is expanding

Bullhead City by the Numbers

Bullhead City continues to show impressive growth every year. Boasting over two million tourists every year as well as a population of over 40,000 year round residents. 

42,252

City population

118,000

Residents within 20-mile trade area

210,000

Residents within 60-mile trade area

2 million

Residents within 90 miles

2+ million

Tourists visiting annually

$57,651

Median family income

40,000

Daily traffic count on Highway 95

11,000 rooms

Hotel room inventory

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