Southwestern Arizona is widely acclaimed for its natural amenities, climate, cultural diversity and unique recreational activities. Located on the Colorado River just 90 miles from the ocean, Yuma embodies all these natural qualities which make it a great place to live and work. In all, more than 660 acres of parks, athletic complexes and trails are available for public use. Accredited schools, arts, culture and low cost of living make Yuma one of the finest and fastest growing cities in the country!

Since 2004, over two million square feet of new retail space has been erected in Yuma. The hospitality sector in Yuma has also flourished with 13 new hotels constructed or being built since 2006. Yuma has become a destination spot for tourist and travelers alike, which is reflected in the county’s vacancy rates, which are the lowest in the state.

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Yuma is host to more than 500,000 visitors per year, who come to experience the myriad of activities and events that make it a one of a kind attraction.  The county’s third largest industry is tourism, which accounts for approximately $750 million per year in annual revenue. The scope of activities that one can participate in range from, but are not limited to:

• Kayaking
• Boating
• Fishing
• Golfing
• Imperial Sand Dunes
• Hiking
• Climbing
• Camping
• River Tours
• Three Major Casinos
• Brand New 1 Million SF Mall & Theatre
• Yuma Arts Center
• Minor League Baseball

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) boasts state-of-the-art technology in a compassionate, caring environment. The 333-bed, JCAHO-accredited acute care facility includes a maternal child health center featuring comfortable, private birthing rooms; a Level 2 NICU; and a pediatric unit. The center also has a cardiac catheterization laboratory, a freestanding outpatient surgery center, diagnostic imaging center and a transitional care unit. Additional operating rooms have recently been added to the facility.