Phoenix, AZ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 1,472,583 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Phoenix offers an arid climate, with very hot summers and temperate winters.
Geography
Phoenix is located along the Salt River Valley, or "Valley of the Sun," in the northern part of the Sonoran Desert.
Cultural Attractions
The internationally-renowned Heard Musuem includes the Barry Goldwater Collection, which includes over 400 Hopi kachina dolls.
Recreation
Many parks have been established to preserve the desert landscape, most notably South Mountain Park, the world's largest municipal park with 16,500 acres
Historical
Phoenix was originally called Pumpkinville due to the large pumpkins that flourished in fields along the canals.
Economy
The state capital, Phoenix is also home to Arizona State University, which is ever-increasing its research capabilities.
| Population [details] | 1,472,583 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 76.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 743.43 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 25.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 57.1 °F/27.45 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.06 °F/63.24 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 12.61 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 210 |
| Cost of living [details] | 101.2 |
| State sales tax | 5.60% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Tucson (96.33 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | PHOENIX SKY HARBOR INTERNATIONAL (7.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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