About Phoenix

Phoenix, city, seat (1871) of Maricopa county and capital of Arizona, U.S. It lies along the Salt River in the south-central part of the state, about 120 miles (190 km) north of the Mexico border and midway between El Paso, Texas, and Los Angeles, California.With its broad, tree-lined avenues, Spanish-style architecture, and surrounding mountains, Phoenix bears much resemblance to Los Angeles.

Information

The city profile includes information about the founding date, population, area, and other information about the city.

  • Founded1867
  • Area1,338 Sq Km
  • Population1.6 M
  • Places to Visit
    Good
  • Attractions
    Great
  • Safety
    Medium
  • Internet
    Great
  • Cost of Living
    Medium
  • Nightlife
    Good
  • Transport
    Good
  • Traffic Safety
    Good
  • Road Quality
    Great
  • Infrastructure
    Good
  • Shopping
    Good
  • Culture
    Good
  • Happiness
    Medium
  • Health Care
    Good
  • Healthy Lifestyle
    Good
  • Air Quality
    Bad
  • Tourist Friendly
    Good
  • Vegan Friendly
    Medium
  • Biker Friendly
    Good
  • Drugs Friendly
    Bad
  • LGBT Friendly
    Good
  • Family Friendly
    Great
  • Female Friendly
    Good
  • Quality of Life
    Good
  • Racial Tolerance
    Good
  • Urban Cleanliness
    Medium
  • English Speaking
    Great
  • Authenticity
    Good
  • Walkability
    Bad
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