Phoenix at a Glance
Phoenix is the 5th-largest city in the United States, with a 2024 population of approximately 1.67 million in the city proper. The greater Phoenix metropolitan area (Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale MSA) exceeds 5 million residents, making it one of the fastest-growing major metros in the nation.
Its desert climate enables nearly year-round golf — more than 300 sunny days annually, with mild winter highs typically in the 60s–70°F and minimal rainouts. This makes Greater Phoenix one of the world's premier golf destinations.