City Profiles

Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix SkylineKnown as the state capital of Arizona and the fifth largest city in the U.S., Phoenix is a thriving city that’s home to countless museums, water parks, performing arts venues and sports teams.

Receiving little rainfall throughout the year, it is the perfect place for people who enjoy the sun and getting involved in outdoor activities.

It has also recently become the gathering place for many Fortune 1000 companies, so job opportunities in fields like technology and manufacturing are readily available for people living in Phoenix.

The city also features the University of Phoenix, the largest private university in the U.S., and it is divided into 15 Urban Villages that each have their own neighborhoods and districts.

City Details
Annual Revenue:Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Average Apartment Price:$708
Average Home Price:$205,000-$347,000
Average Income:$45,000-$52,000
Medium Age:31
Nearby Cities:Glendale, AZ
Tempe, AZ
Scottsdale, AZ
Nickname:Valley of the Sun
Population:1,512, 986
State:AZ
Top Employers:American Express, David Evans & Associates, Kimley-Horn & Associates, Perkins Coie
Top Industries:Technology, Telecommunications, Legal
Weather:Avg. Jan. temp = 35 F, Avg. July temp = 105 F
Website: http://www.ci.phoenix.az.us/