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Pine and Strawberry Arizona are rapidly growing
vacatioin and retirement centers in the north central part of the state. Pine is at an elevation of 5,448 feet and is named for the surrounding timber country
. The community's post office was founded in 1884. Strawberry, at an elevation of 6,047 feet was named for the wild strawberries that grow in the area. the communities are about 110 miles
northeast of Phoenix and are unicorporated. the area usually has four seasons, but none are severe. Although snow falls in the winter, it usually melts quickly.
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Strawberry Population (year 2000): 1,028 Males: 505 (49.1%), Females: 523 (50.9%)Median resident age: 53.9 years Median household income: $35,739 (year 2000) Median house value: $148,700 (year 2000)
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