Prescott, Arizona is outside of Yavapai County.
 Situated in pine tree forests at an elevation of about 5,500 feet (1,700 m), Prescott enjoys a much cooler climate than Phoenix, with average summer highs around 88 F (31 C) and winter temperatures averaging 50 F (10 C)
Arizona politics are dominated by a longstanding rivalry between its two largest counties, Maricopa and Pima  home to Phoenix and Tucson, respectively

