Come for the Weather, Stay for the City

Phoenix boasts more sunny days per year than any other city in the U.S., but it's the flourishing job market, depth of entertainment, and quick access to outdoor activities that keep residents happy long-term.

Come for the Weather, Stay for the City

Demographics

0-10 miles 0-30 miles 0-45 miles 0-60 miles
Population 1,256,008 3,738,583 4,697,235 4,940,022
5-Year Population Growth Rate 1.7% 2.7% 2.8% 2.9%
Households 424,040 1,397,843 1,746,803 1,832,782
Percent Family Households 68% 63% 64% 65%
Median Age 33.0 36.0 37.0 37.0
Average Household Income $80,886 $103,121 $106,281 $105,559

Phoenix named #18 in America's Best Cities Report

Over 500 Hotels

Over 500 Hotels

in the greater Phoenix Area

More than 19 million

More than 19 million

people visited in 2019

Major sports destination

Major sports destination

with teams from all four major professional sports leagues

$16.7 billion

$16.7 billion

in direct spending by visitors

46.2 million people

46.2 million people

traveled through Sky Harbor International Airport (2019)

Home to South Mountain Park

Home to South Mountain Park

16,000 acres & 50 miles of trails

Prestigious Golf Destination

Top Area Employers

Tanger Outlets Phoenix/Glendale Top Area Employers

The Rise of the Silicon Desert