Map of Arizona Cities

Explore cities and towns across Arizona. Find detailed information about population, location, and key facts for each city on the map.

Arizona Cities and Towns Directory

Phoenix Capital

Population: 1,660,272 County: Maricopa Founded: 1881

Phoenix is the capital and most populous city in Arizona, as well as the fifth most populous city in the United States.

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Tucson

Population: 542,629 County: Pima Founded: 1775

Tucson is a city in and the county seat of Pima County, Arizona. It is Arizona's second-largest city.

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Mesa

Population: 504,258 County: Maricopa Founded: 1878

Mesa is a city in Maricopa County, east of Phoenix. It is the third-largest city in Arizona.

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Chandler

Population: 275,987 County: Maricopa Founded: 1912

Chandler is a city in Maricopa County, southeast of Phoenix. It's known for its high-tech industry.

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Scottsdale

Population: 241,361 County: Maricopa Founded: 1951

Scottsdale is a city in eastern Maricopa County, adjacent to Phoenix. It's known for its resorts and golf courses.

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Glendale

Population: 248,325 County: Maricopa Founded: 1910

Glendale is a city in Maricopa County, northwest of Phoenix. It's home to State Farm Stadium.

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Gilbert

Population: 267,918 County: Maricopa Founded: 1920

Gilbert is a town in Maricopa County, southeast of Phoenix. It was once known as the "Hay Shipping Capital of the World."

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Tempe

Population: 180,587 County: Maricopa Founded: 1894

Tempe is a city in Maricopa County, east of Phoenix. It's home to Arizona State University.

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Peoria

Population: 175,961 County: Maricopa Founded: 1954

Peoria is a city in Maricopa and Yavapai counties, northwest of Phoenix. It's a major suburb of Phoenix.

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Surprise

Population: 141,664 County: Maricopa Founded: 1960

Surprise is a city in Maricopa County, northwest of Phoenix. It's one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona.

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Yuma

Population: 95,548 County: Yuma Founded: 1854

Yuma is a city in and the county seat of Yuma County, Arizona. It's located in the southwestern corner of the state.

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Flagstaff

Population: 76,831 County: Coconino Founded: 1876

Flagstaff is a city in and the county seat of Coconino County, Arizona. It's known for its proximity to the Grand Canyon.

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Prescott

Population: 45,827 County: Yavapai Founded: 1864

Prescott is a city in and the county seat of Yavapai County, Arizona. It was the original territorial capital of Arizona.

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Sedona

Population: 10,335 County: Coconino/Yavapai Founded: 1902

Sedona is a city that straddles the county line between Coconino and Yavapai counties. It's known for its red rock formations.

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About Arizona Cities

Arizona is home to a diverse range of cities and towns, from the sprawling metropolis of Phoenix to small, historic settlements. The state's urban development has been shaped by its unique geography, climate, and history.

Phoenix, the capital and largest city of Arizona, anchors a metropolitan area known as the Valley of the Sun, which includes major suburbs like Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Glendale, Tempe, and Gilbert. This metro area houses over 4.9 million people, making it the 10th largest in the United States.

Tucson, Arizona's second-largest city, is located in the southern part of the state and is home to the University of Arizona. Other significant urban centers include Flagstaff in the northern mountains, Yuma in the far southwest, and Prescott in the central highlands.

When looking at a map of Arizona cities, you'll notice most population centers are clustered in the central corridor from Phoenix to Tucson, with additional developments in the Colorado River region and the northern plateau. This distribution reflects access to water resources, transportation routes, and historical settlement patterns.

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