Maricopa was founded in 1857. A part of the City of Maricopa is within the boundaries of the Ak-Chin Indian Community. The community businesses is a large part of the economy of Pinal County, in terms of number of jobs and revenue generated.
The small, federally recognized tribe has developed Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino and related resort, a multi-entertainment cinema complex, and operates a golf course; all are open to the public.
Maricopa is located on a Union Pacific Railroad line. The city is currently the closest stop to Phoenix served by Amtrak’s Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle trains. The Maricopa depot opened in 2001.
Maricopa is a fast growing community with affordable housing and plenty of available retail space for new businesses. As a charming and historic business-friendly united community, Maricopa welcomes new residents and businesses.
The City of Maricopa is in a fast growing area for businesses. In the spirit of early settlers, Maricopa is an ideal location where local creativity can thrive and where self-starter entrepreneurs can start their own dream business online or offline.
Business startups in retail sales, clothing, fashion, makeup, beauty, healthcare, legal, medical services, information technology, restaurants, online sales, cleaning services, beauty salons, barber shops, and construction are always in demand in a local growing community. Shop Local! Buy Local!