About Arizona
 
State Profile
48th State: Admitted January 14, 1912
Nickname:

Grand Canyon State

Population: 5,743,834
Capital: Phoenix
Largest City: Phoenix
Read about the history of Arizona
 
Leading Arizona Industries:
The major employment sectors in Arizona include aerospace, electronics and semi conductor manufacturing. Tourism, business services and back-office operations are also important sectors. Arizona's original export activities - agriculture and mining – remain significant in many rural parts of the state.
 
Phoenix / Maricopa County Profile:
Population: 1,512,986 (Phoenix, 2006) / 3,792,675 (Maricopa County, 2006)
Elevation: 1,117 feet (340 m)
Sunny Days per Year: 310
Average Temperatures: January, 43° – 65° F (6° – 18° C)
July, 81° – 104° F (27° – 40° C)
Current Phoenix Temperature
Median Home Price: $225,000 (resale, Phoenix, 2nd Qtr. 2007)
$263,500 (resale, Maricopa County, 2nd Qtr. 2007)
$275,000 (new construction, Phoenix, 2nd Qtr. 2007)
$289,995 (new construction, Maricopa County, 2nd Qtr., 2007)
 
Why Arizona:
Great Year Round Climate
Great Business Climate
 
 
Great Housing Market
 
 
Great for Golfers
 
 
Great for Professional Sports
 
 
Great for Outdoor Activities
 
Great Natural Beauty
  See Pictures of Arizona’s Beauty

 

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