As the continuation of the "Arizona Basic Economic Data" series, published since 1949, this 1972 state publication provides a descriptive narration of county economic trends and basic information for economic and human resource planning and development in each of Arizona's 14 counties. This document is intended for use of prospective employers, job seekers, and groups providing manpower services as a tool in assessing the comparative advantages of Arizona and its counties. For each of the 14 counties, the following factors are briefly presented: (1) geographic description, (2) economic Background, (3) economic outlook, (4) manpower setting, including population, (5) manpower requirements, (6) manpower problems, (7) manpower programs in operation, and (8) education and training opportunities. County maps and extensive statistical data are provided, dealing with economic indicators, employment by occupation, population distribution, and other aspects relating to manpower development. Annual averages by county for labor force participation are presented by means of three appended tables, one each for the years 1969, 1970, and 1971. (AG)