The Phoenix-Mesa-Glendale MSA (Maricopa & Pinal Counties) had an estimated population of 4.7 million and employment of over 2 million in 2016. (BLS)

The median age in Phoenix is 33.2, below the national median age of 37.6. (Census Bureau)

In 2015, Forbes ranked Phoenix as the 16th fastest growing city in America.

In 2016, Phoenix was ranked as the most sustainable metro area in the mountain region by Site Selection's sustainability report. 

In 2016, Maricopa County experienced the highest population growth in the country. (Census Bureau)

In 2017, the Shining Cities report by Environment America ranked Phoenix 5th in the country for total PV solar capacity installed, and 7th in per-capita solar.

Phoenix Children’s Hospital is ranked among the best in the nation in 10 specialties by U.S. News & World Report.

The Phoenix area is ranked 8th on a list of best cities for future job growth. (Forbes, 2016)

Peoria is ranked 7th on 24/7 Wall St.'s "America's 50 Best Cities to Live" report. (2016)

Forbes ranks Phoenix as one of the best cities to invest in housing in 2017.