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==Geography==
==Geography==
Shonto is located at {{coord|36|35|54|N|110|39|29|W|type:city}} (36.598209, -110.658156).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>
Shonto is located at {{coord|36|35|54|N|110|39|29|W|type:city}} (36.598209, -110.658156).<ref name="GR1">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geographies/reference-files/time-series/geo/gazetteer-files.html|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=April 23, 2011|date=February 12, 2011|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}}</ref>


According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|4.6|sqmi|km2}}, all land. In Shonto, the local Shonto Canyon is where the natural spring is located. It is connected to the canyons that stretch all the way to Navajo Mountain, which can be seen from Shonto. The land is rich in mineral and water deposits.
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the CDP has a total area of {{convert|4.6|sqmi|km2}}, all land. In Shonto, the local Shonto Canyon is where the natural spring is located. It is connected to the canyons that stretch all the way to Navajo Mountain, which can be seen from Shonto. The land is rich in mineral and water deposits.
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At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 568 people, 149 households, and 118 families living in the CDP. The population density was {{convert|124.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 220 housing units at an average density of {{convert|48.2|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the CDP was 1.9% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 96.3% Native American, and 1.6% from two or more races. 1.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=2008-01-31|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref>
At the [[2000 United States Census|2000 census]] there were 568 people, 149 households, and 118 families living in the CDP. The population density was {{convert|124.3|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 220 housing units at an average density of {{convert|48.2|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The [[Race and ethnicity in the United States Census#2000 census|racial makeup]] of the CDP was 1.9% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 96.3% Native American, and 1.6% from two or more races. 1.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref>
Of the 149 households 52.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 19.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 18.1% of households were one person and 4.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 3.81 and the average family size was 4.40.
Of the 149 households 52.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 19.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 18.1% of households were one person and 4.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 3.81 and the average family size was 4.40.


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The following tribal schools, affiliated with the [[Bureau of Indian Education]] (BIE), are available: Shonto Preparatory School is a K–8 school that serves the community. [[Shonto Preparatory Technology High School]] educates grades 9–12.
The following tribal schools, affiliated with the [[Bureau of Indian Education]] (BIE), are available: Shonto Preparatory School is a K–8 school that serves the community. [[Shonto Preparatory Technology High School]] educates grades 9–12.


From the [[Kayenta Unified School District]], in which Shonto is within,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www2.census.gov/geo/maps/DC2020/PL20/st04_az/schooldistrict_maps/c04017_navajo/DC20SD_C04017.pdf|title=2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Navajo County, AZ|publisher=[[U.S. Census Bureau]]|accessdate=2022-01-16|page=2/4}}</ref> there are school district-operated public schools located in [[Kayenta, Arizona|Kayenta]]: Kayenta Primary School, Kayenta Intermediate School, Kayenta Middle School, and [[Monument Valley High School (Arizona)|Monument Valley High School]] also serve the community.
From the [[Kayenta Unified School District]], in which Shonto is within,<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www2.census.gov/geo/maps/DC2020/PL20/st04_az/schooldistrict_maps/c04017_navajo/DC20SD_C04017.pdf|title=2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Navajo County, AZ|publisher=[[U.S. Census Bureau]]|accessdate=January 16, 2022|page=2/4}}</ref> there are school district-operated public schools located in [[Kayenta, Arizona|Kayenta]]: Kayenta Primary School, Kayenta Intermediate School, Kayenta Middle School, and [[Monument Valley High School (Arizona)|Monument Valley High School]] also serve the community.


==Events==
==Events==

Revision as of 18:03, 19 April 2024

Shonto, Arizona
CDP
Shonto water tower, June 2006
Shonto water tower, June 2006
Location in Navajo County and the state of Arizona
Location in Navajo County and the state of Arizona
Shonto, Arizona is located in the United States
Shonto, Arizona
Shonto, Arizona
Location in the United States
Coordinates: 36°35′54″N 110°39′29″W / 36.59833°N 110.65806°W / 36.59833; -110.65806
CountryUnited States
StateArizona
CountyNavajo
Area
[1]
 • Total4.57 sq mi (11.83 km2)
 • Land4.56 sq mi (11.81 km2)
 • Water0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2)
Elevation
6,240 ft (1,902 m)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total494
 • Density108.38/sq mi (41.85/km2)
Time zoneUTC-7 (MST)
ZIP code
86054
Area code928
FIPS code04-66260
GNIS feature ID11241
Websitewww.shonto.org

Shonto (Navajo: Shą́ą́ʼtóhí) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Navajo County, Arizona, United States, in the Navajo Nation. The population was 591 at the 2010 census.

Geography

Shonto is located at 36°35′54″N 110°39′29″W / 36.59833°N 110.65806°W / 36.59833; -110.65806 (36.598209, -110.658156).[2]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.6 square miles (12 km2), all land. In Shonto, the local Shonto Canyon is where the natural spring is located. It is connected to the canyons that stretch all the way to Navajo Mountain, which can be seen from Shonto. The land is rich in mineral and water deposits.

Demographics

Historical population
CensusPop.Note%±
2000568—
20105914.0%
2020494−16.4%
U.S. Decennial Census[3]

At the 2000 census there were 568 people, 149 households, and 118 families living in the CDP. The population density was 124.3 inhabitants per square mile (48.0/km2). There were 220 housing units at an average density of 48.2 per square mile (18.6/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 1.9% White, 0.2% Black or African American, 96.3% Native American, and 1.6% from two or more races. 1.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.[4] Of the 149 households 52.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.7% were married couples living together, 19.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 20.8% were non-families. 18.1% of households were one person and 4.0% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 3.81 and the average family size was 4.40.

The age distribution was 43.3% under the age of 18, 9.2% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 3.9% 65 or older. The median age was 22 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.1 males.

The median household income was $42,500 and the median family income was $46,094. Males had a median income of $34,063 versus $26,875 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $12,411. About 16.5% of families and 14.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.3% of those under age 18 and 100.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education

Shonto Preparatory Technology High School

The following tribal schools, affiliated with the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), are available: Shonto Preparatory School is a K–8 school that serves the community. Shonto Preparatory Technology High School educates grades 9–12.

From the Kayenta Unified School District, in which Shonto is within,[5] there are school district-operated public schools located in Kayenta: Kayenta Primary School, Kayenta Intermediate School, Kayenta Middle School, and Monument Valley High School also serve the community.

Events

Rock the Canyon: Art & Music Festival is an annual event in the community of Shonto since its initial launch in 2009.

Transportation

Express operates bus service between Shonto and Page.[6]

See also

References

  1. ^ "2020 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
  2. ^ "US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990". United States Census Bureau. February 12, 2011. Retrieved April 23, 2011.
  3. ^ "Census of Population and Housing". Census.gov. Retrieved June 4, 2016.
  4. ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
  5. ^ "2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Navajo County, AZ" (PDF). U.S. Census Bureau. p. 2/4. Retrieved January 16, 2022.
  6. ^ "ROUTES".

External links

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