Real stories from the people shaping Greater Phoenix.
From first-of-its-kind innovations to unexpected creative voices, these stories define a new way to city.

FEATURED INNOVATION STORIES
ADDITIONAL STORIES
WHY GREATER PHOENIX?

“Greater Phoenix is big enough to support anything, but open enough to experiment.”
Steve CHILTON
Owner, The Rebel Lounge
5th
Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the U.S. and is younger than the nation, with a median age of 37.6.
200,000+
Greater Phoenix produces 200,000+ college graduates annually, with 66% of adults having some college education.
300+
With 300+ days of sunshine and 1,500+ miles of trails, Greater Phoenix is built for an outdoor lifestyle.
1,000+
Greater Phoenix is home to 1,000+ arts and cultural events across more than 100 organizations.
“Greater Phoenix is a place where big ideas take root.”
NAME
Bluesky

No. 1
Phoenix ranks No. 1 among large U.S. cities for startups, with Arizona also placing in the Top 10 for small business growth.
100 Years
Arizona uses the same amount of water as it did in the 1950's, despite 7x population growth and a 15x larger economy and requires a 100-year assured water supply for new builds.
25+
Greater Phoenix is actively piloting 25+ emerging technology initiatives, from autonomous vehicles to AI-powered infrastructure.
Top 10
Arizona ranks among the top 10 states in the U.S. for overall investment potential.
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