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CITIES/TOWNS: BEST PLACE TO LIVE/WORK/PLAY
from Ranking Arizona 2022
by AZ Big Media
Town of Gilbert. Client Provided Image
TOWN OF GILBERT
50 E. Civic Center Dr., Gilbert, AZ 85296 480-503-6000 · gilbertaz.gov Year Inc: 1920 Population: +272,000 Mayor: Peterson, Brigette
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Gilbert is now home to over 272,000 residents and has evolved into one of the fastest growing communities and the largest town in the United States. Encompassing 72.6 square miles, just southeast of Phoenix, Gilbert has transformed from an agricultural community to a thriving and economically diverse suburban community. Gilbert has been nationally recognized as the most prosperous city in the nation, one of the safest, and the best place to raise a family in Arizona. Gilbert has an abundance of destination parks, restaurants, nightlife, and business opportunities that enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.
COMPANY STRENGTHS: “Gilbert is a young, vibrant community that offers residents affordable housing, high-paying jobs, a multitude of outdoor and entertainment amenities, and a nationally ranked K-12 school system. In Gilbert, the needs of the community come first.” OUTLOOK FOR 2022: “Gilbert is building the city of the future so we are embracing 2022 as a year full of possibilities in which the community can continue to develop as a destination for families, vacationers, business and industry, and others who also see Gilbert’s potential!” last year 1
8401 W. Monroe St., Peoria, AZ 85345 623-773-7000 · peoriaaz.gov Year Inc: 1954 Population: 191,000 Mayor: Cathy Carlat Known for: Peoria prioritizes service, safety & community. It’s home to live theater, Lake Pleasant, Mariners and Padres spring training & 33 parks.
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City of Scottsdale
3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-312-3111 · scottsdaleaz.gov Year Inc: 1951 Population: 255,310 Mayor: Dave Ortega Known for: The 47-square-mile McDowell Sonoran Preserve, wonderful parks, trails, neighborhoods, shopping, resorts, dining and events
City of Mesa
20 E. Main St., Mesa, AZ 85201 480-644-3333 · mesaaz.gov Year Inc: 1883 Population: 518,012 Mayor: John Giles Known for: Cactus League home of the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics, Mesa Arts Center, Arizona Museum of Natural History
City of Chandler
175 S. Arizona Ave., 5th floor, Chandler, AZ 85225 480-782-2000 · chandleraz.gov Year Inc: 1912 Population: 280,000 Mayor: Kevin Hartke Known for: Community of Innovation, Price Corridor, high-tech jobs, schools, parks, Downtown Chandler, Tumbleweed Tree and Ostrich Festival
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City of Phoenix
200 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-262-3111 · phoenix.gov Year Inc: 1881 Population: 1.7 million Mayor: Kate Gallego Known for: The 5th-largest city in a world-class community with dining, nature, sports, arts and shopping in a fast-growing job market
City of Tempe
31 E. 5th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 480-350-4311 · tempe.gov Year Inc: 1894 Population: 195,000 Mayor: Corey Woods Known for: Mill Avenue, ASU, Tempe Town Lake; Tempe makes waves as a technology magnet, an inclusive community and a hub for recreation
Town of Queen Creek
22358 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142 480-358-3000 · queencreek.org Year Inc: 1989 Population: 52,000 Mayor: Gail Barney Known for: Family-oriented community offering agritainment destinations and recreation opportunities focusing on access for all abilities
City of Flagstaff
211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-213-2000 · flagstaff.az.gov Year Inc: 1928 Population: 71,459 Mayor: Paul Deasy Known for: Gateway to the San Francisco Peaks, home to Arizona’s tallest mountain (Humphreys Peak) and the Arizona Snowbowl
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City of Glendale
5850 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ 85301 623-930-2000 · glendaleaz.com Year Inc: 1910 Population: 245,895 Mayor: Jerry Weiers Known for: Premiere destination to live, work, play; premium entertainment and shopping opportunities; growing list of signature companies
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