Nearby cities: Anthem, Glendale, Guadalupe, Tempe
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Arizona’s Vibrant Capital in the Sonoran Desert. Nestled in south-central Arizona within the northeastern Sonoran Desert, Phoenix is the bustling capital and largest city in the state. With a 2023 population of 1,650,070 (U.S. Census Bureau estimate), it ranks as the fifth-largest city in the U.S., anchoring Maricopa County as its county seat. Since its incorporation in 1871, Phoenix has seen remarkable growth to over 1.65 million today, driven by its sunny climate, economic opportunities, and cultural appeal. Spanning a diverse landscape of desert vistas and urban innovation, Phoenix continues to thrive as a dynamic hub in the American Southwest.