Arizona State Information / Blue Pages

Arizona's population reached 7.6 million as of July 2024, representing an increase of 96,600 residents (1.3%) from 2023. Arizona continues to experience strong population growth, driven primarily by net migration, with natural increase contributing 8,900 residents and net migration making up the remainder.

Katie Hobbs serves as Arizona's governor. A Democrat, she was elected in 2022 and took office in January 2023. She previously served as Arizona's Secretary of State from 2019 to 2023.

Arizona's economy showed strong growth in 2024, with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, one of the lowest in the state's history. The economy was forecast to grow by 2.9% in 2024. Major industries contributing to Arizona's GDP include finance, professional services, government, social services (health and education), and manufacturing. Arizona's per capita income was $64,456 in 2024.

Arizona is known for the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, as well as its desert climate, cacti (particularly the Saguaro), Native American heritage, retirement communities, and vibrant cities like Phoenix and Tucson. The state is also famous for its copper mining industry, stunning red rock formations, and unique Southwestern culture.

Phoenix is the capital and largest city of Arizona. It is also the most populous state capital in the United States and the fifth most populous city in the nation. Phoenix is located in the Valley of the Sun in the central part of the state.

Arizona became the 48th state of the United States on February 14, 1912, making it the last of the contiguous 48 states to be admitted to the Union. The state was originally part of the New Mexico Territory.