Phoenix 

Phoenix is Arizona's state capital.

When people refer to Phoenix, they are often discussing the greater Phoenix area, which includes about 23 cities and towns of the metropolitan area.

Phoenix is the sixth largest city in the United States.

Phoenix Tidbits:

Phoenix was incorporated into a city in 1881.

Geographically, Phoenix covers about 470 square miles. 

The population of Phoenix at the last census was about 1.5 million (2005 Census).

The median household income in Phoenix is about $41,000. 

Phoenix Major Universities and Colleges:      

-         Phoenix Community College

-         Ottawa University of Phoenix

-         DeVry Institute of Technology

-         Grand Canyon University

-         Apollo College

-         Western International University

-         Arizona State University

         Major Employers:

    -         Banner Health

    -         Honeywell

    -         Wells Fargo

    -         Target