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SPOTLIGHT ON PHOENIX

WELCOME TO PHOENIX,

Phoenix with over 1.5 million people is the sixth-largest city in the . The capital of Arizona, Phoenix continues to draw residents and companies because of its beautiful weather, relative affordability, and access to great culture, nature, and sports. Phoenix is one of only 13 cities in the United States to have MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA teams. Additionally, Phoenix is only one of six of those cities to have a WNBA team, too. With its mountains, parks, and lakes, Phoenix truly is an oasis in the Sonoran Desert.

Contents

Climate and Geography 02

Cost of Living and Transportation 03

Surrounding Neighborhoods 04

Sports and Outdoor Activities 05

Shopping and Dining 06

Schools and Education 07

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Phoenix Climate Graph CLIMATE

Phoenix has a subtropical desert climate, typical of the Sonoran Desert. Phoenix has long, extremely hot summers and short, mild to warm winters. The city is located within the sunniest region in the world. Measuring 3,872 hours of bright sunshine annually, Phoenix receives the most sunshine of any major city on Earth. Average high temperatures in summer are the hottest of any major city in the United States. On average, there are 107 days annually with a high of at least 100°F, including most days from late May through early October.

Precipitation is sparse during most of the year, but the North American Monsoon brings an influx Average High/Low Temperatures of moisture during the summer. The monsoons Low / High bring strong winds and heavy rains. This can lead December 45oF / 66oF to hugged dust storms called “haboobs” and flash July 83oF / 106oF flooding in the desert washes.

Average Precipitation The pollution index for Phoenix is 20% better than Rain 8 in. the national average.

GEOGRAPHY

Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona, about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to the north. By car, the city is approximately 150 miles north of the US-Mexico. The metropolitan area, known as the "Valley of the Sun", is location in the Valley and is surrounded by several mountain ranges: The McDowell Mountains to the northeast, the White Tank Mountains to the west, the Superstition Mountains to the east, and the Estrella Mountains to the south.

Phoenix is in the northern portion of the Sonoran Desert and is characterized by cacti, short desert trees like the mesquite and palo verde, and creosote bushes. The abundant palm trees and flowering plants are not native to Phoenix, but have become part of the city's typical landscaping.

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COST OF LIVING

As with any big city, Phoenix has an assortment of unique neighborhoods that vary in cost of living. There are some houses on the market around the $100,000 mark, while others are listing for over $5,000,000. Costs for healthcare, transportation, and utilities are less expensive than the national averages. Overall, the average cost of living in Phoenix is much less expensive than in Los Angeles or San Diego. This is a major reason for the rise in Phoenix's popularity and why so many people and companies are relocating from California to the "Valley of the Sun."

Key Housing Figures*

Median Home Purchase Price Median Monthly Rent (1BDRM) $265,000 $978

*Sources: www.zillow.com - accessed 08/02/2017, www.numbeo.com - accessed 08/02/2017 TRANSPORTATION

Highways Interstates I-10, I-17 US Highways US-60 State Highways 51, 85, 101, 143, 202, 303

Airport Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

Bus and Rail Valley Metro operates an extensive bus system that ranges throughout Phoenix and into the surrounding neighborhoods. Phoenix also has a light rail that connects downtown with some of the suburbs.

Department of Motor Vehicles 4005 N. 51st Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85031 http://www.azdot.gov/mvd

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SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS

CHANDLER GLENDALE MESA 24 miles from 9 miles from downtown Phoenix 19 miles from downtown Phoenix

Median Home = $299,900 Median Home = $205,500 Median Home = $235,000 Median Rent= $1,495 Median Rent= $1,150 Median Rent= $1,224

Chandler Unified School District Peoria Unified School District Mesa Public Schools 1525 W. Frye Road 6330 W. Thunderbird Road 63 E. Main Street Chandler, AZ 85224 Glendale, AZ 85306 Mesa, AZ 85201 (480) 812-7000 l cusd80.com (623) 486-6000 l peoria1.schoolwires.net (480) 472-0000 l mpsaz.org

PEORIA SCOTTSDALE TEMPE 13 miles from downtown Phoenix 12 miles from downtown Phoenix 10 miles from downtown Phoenix

Median Home = $297,990 Median Home = $584,450 Median Home = $272,500 Median Rent= $1,300 Median Rent= $1,410 Median Rent=$1,350

Peoria Unified School District Scottsdale Unified School District Tempe Elementary School District 6330 W. Thunderbird Road 7575 E. Main Street 3205 S. Rural Road Glendale, AZ 85306 Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Tempe, AZ 85282 (623) 486-6000 l peoria1.schoolwires.net (480) 484-6100 l susd.org (480) 730-7100 l tempeschools.org

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LIFESTYLE & ENTERTAINMENT

Phoenix is a vibrant city that offers a diverse range of activities. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy biking, boating, hiking, horseback riding, and other activities in Phoenix's many parks and mountain preserves. Although Phoenix does not receive any snow, great skiing is less than three hours away. Sports fans can watch major professional teams play , , and football. Many MLB teams have their spring training facilities in the Phoenix-metro area. The party atmosphere at the Phoenix Open has led it to be called "The Greatest Show on Grass." With an abundance of activities, attractions, and a great nightlife, Phoenix residents know how to have fun.

SPORTS

Pro Teams IFL: MLB: NBA: NHL: NFL: USL: Phoenix Rising FC WNBA:

Major Venues Phoenix International Raceway Arena University of Phoenix Stadium

OUTDOORS & ADVENTURE

Parks and Trails Nearby Lakes and Rivers Great Attractions Discover More

Camelback Mountain Desert Botanical Gardens azcentral.com Lake Pleasant phoenix.gov Lookout Mountain Preserve phoenixchamber.com Piestewa Peak Salt River Pueblo Grande Ruins visitarizona.com Margaret T. Hance Park Ro Ho En Japanese Garden visitphoenix.com

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SHOPPING & DINING

Phoenix Eats A Shopper’s Paradise

With its close proximity to the border, Phoenix is There is nothing you can't find in Phoenix. From heavily influenced by Mexican cuisine. However, massive indoor malls to amazing outlet stores to restaurants that represent food from all over the globe locally-owned boutique shops, Phoenix shoppers can can be found in the city. Phoenix is also in the midst of get anything they need. No matter where you are in the food truck craze. Local deli sandwiches and pizzas Phoenix, you can find nationally-recognized brands or continue to improve as more and more people relocate unique, one-of-a-kind items. Phoenix is home to many from New York and Chicago. A landmark restaurant, open-air "marketplace-style" shopping centers with Durant's is a steakhouse that opened in 1950 and is still stores and restaurants. Many have stages for live music a Phoenix favorite. and areas in which children can play.

ART & CULTURE

Phoenix has some wonderful, historic theaters that attract top acts from around the world. There are also many museums and art galleries in Phoenix that will engage the minds of visitors of all ages. The city has walks through the artsy Roosevelt district and offers free admission to Phoenix museums the first Friday of every month.

Museums Theaters l Arizona Science l Ak-Chin Pavilion l Children's Museum of Phoenix l Arizona Theatre Company l Hall of Flame Fire Museum l Ballet Arizona l l l Musical Instrument Museum l Comerica Theatre l Penske Racing Museum l Herberger Theater Center l l Orpheum Theatre Phoenix l Pioneer Living History Museum l Phoenix Symphony l Wells Fargo History Museum l Phoenix Theatre l Museum l Valley Youth Theatre

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EDUCATION IN PHOENIX, AZ

Notable Colleges & Universities Elementary & High School

Arizona State University Phoenix Schools Tempe, AZ There are 325 public schools in Phoenix divided amongst 30 different school districts. Class sizes Gateway Community College and average test scores vary with the many Phoenix, AZ neighborhoods. There are also roughly 200 private and charter schools in Phoenix.

Grand Canyon University Phoenix Educational Attainment Phoenix, AZ High School Graduates or higher 77% Bachelor’s Degree or higher 27% Paradise Valley Community College Phoenix, AZ Contact 200 W. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85003 Phoenix, AZ (602) 262-6011 l phoenix.gov/education/schools

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