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      Phoenix Facts and Statistics

      A sculpture of a sunburst hanging in city hall.

      Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the United States. It has a population of over 1.6 million and a yearly budget of $3.4 billion. We are also one of the hottest, sunniest cities in the U.S.

      Phoenix contains:

      • 325 public schools
      • 4,850 miles of public streets
      • 41,000 acres of desert parks and mountain preserves
      • More than 200 miles of trails
      • 8 golf courses

      These are just a few facts about Phoenix. There’s so much more to know. That’s why we’re committed to keeping a current Open Data Portal for the public.

      Our data capabilities earned Phoenix a Bloomberg Philanthropies "What Works Cities" certification at the platinum level (the highest recognition).

      Phoenix Open Data

      Phoenix Open Data is your portal to a world of data about Phoenix.

      Explore Phoenix data

      More to Explore

      • Find Population Facts

        Phoenix was the fastest growing city in the U.S. between 2000 and 2010. Learn more about the people who make Phoenix a great place to live, work, and invest.

      • Explore Census Data

        See a snapshot of Phoenix's population from the 2020 census or view basic population data by city, county, and more via an interactive map.

      • Find Public Records

        Phoenix has public records on police reports, traffic accidents, the budget, and much more. Learn how to access these different record types.

      • Be Weather Smart

        See the average temperatures throughout the year, by month.

      • Review Crime Statistics

        Your safety is important to us. Phoenix tracks a broad range of crime-related data to guide use of police resources.

      • Learn About Redistricting

        In 2023, Phoenix redrew its council districts—with help from our residents. See the new districts and district map.