Scottsdale, AZ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 230,293 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | High |
A golf oasis in the Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale exudes striking natural beauty, consistently warm, dry weather, and plenty of sunshine. It's no surprise that the primary economic driver of this artists' colony of 230,293 is tourism. Just 19 miles from Phoenix, Scottsdale boasts sleek luxury hotels, more than 300 spa treatment rooms, and plenty of trendy, upscale restaurants.
| Population [details] | 230,293 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.7% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 216.38 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 46.70% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 58.55 °F/30.47 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 95.64 °F/67.78 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 16.05 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 95 |
| Cost of living [details] | 101.2 |
| State sales tax | 5.60% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Phoenix (7.45 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | PHOENIX SKY HARBOR INTERNATIONAL (13.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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