ABOUT METRO PHOENIX
Although many people refer to the entire Greater Phoenix area as simply “Phoenix,” the City of Phoenix is the nexus of everything. One of the fastest growing cities in America, Phoenix recently achieved the status of the 5th largest in the country. Greater Phoenix includes about 23 cities and towns. Families represent 66 percent of the Phoenix population, with the median annual income running about $47,200. Almost 23 percent of the Phoenix population has at least one college degree.
High tech, aerospace, and service industries comprise the majority of industry in Phoenix. Major employers include Banner Health, Honeywell, Wells Fargo, and Target.
Phoenix is home to a number of higher education institutions, including Arizona State University Downtown, Phoenix Community College, Ottawa University, DeVry University, Grand Canyon University, Apollo College, Western International University, and others.
As you can imagine, there is LOTS to see and do in Phoenix. Some favorite attractions include the Arizona Science Center, Heard Museum, Desert Botanical Garden, Chase Field (home to the World Series champion Arizona Diamondbacks), Phoenix Zoo, Phoenix Art Museum, Wrigley Mansion, and the Phoenix Symphony.
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