Surprisingly, This Arizona City is Growing Faster Than Phoenix!

How Fast is Arizona Growing?

If it seems like your Arizona town has suddenly grown, it's not your imagination. According to the Phoenix Business Journal, Arizona's population has increased by 1.4% since 2020. Arizona is ranked as the third fastest-growing state, behind Texas and Florida.

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Which towns are the target of the explosive growth in Arizona? If you guessed one of the two most populous cities, Phoenix or Tucson, you've hit a little wide of the target.

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While Maricopa County has experienced the most expansion overall, the cities taking the most new transplants are in Arizona's suburban areas.

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The Arizona Cities Growing the Fastest This Year

According to HomeSnacks, these are the ten fastest-growing cities in Arizona:

10. Litchfield Park
9. Coolidge
8. Gilbert
7. Surprise
6. San Luis
5. Sahuarita
4. Marana
3. Goodyear
2. Maricopa
1. Queen Creek

Queen Creek: Arizona's Fastest Growing City

This year, Queen Creek stands out as the fastest-growing city in Arizona. The town located southeast of Phoenix has seen a surge in population since 2020, reporting an annual growth rate of 6.82%. The population increased from 60,915 in 2020 to 81,788 in 2024.

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A few factors have contributed to Queen Creen's rapid expansion. Its strategic location, not far from Phoenix, blends suburban tranquility with easy access to the amenities of the Phoenix metro area.

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Queen Creek has excellent schools, recreational facilities, and a strong sense of community, which makes it an attractive destination for families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.

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The town is committed to preserving natural beauty and open spaces unique to the Sonoran Desert. The area boasts hiking trails, parks, and a range of outdoor activities, which offer a high quality of life. All this makes Queen Creek an attractive draw for people looking to relocate to Arizona.

Sources: 10 Fastest Growing Cities In Arizona via HomeSnacks | 12 Fastest Growing Cities in Arizona in 2024 via strategistico.com | Fastest Growing Cities in Arizona via worldpopulationreview.com | Phoenix Business Journal

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Fleeing Arizona? Here are the Top 10 States People from Arizona are Moving to Most

You might be looking for a cooler climate with four seasons. Perhaps you want to live closer to your friends and family. Or maybe you're in the middle of a big life change and ready for something different.

No matter the reason, people just like you are fleeing Arizona, and their reasons are as varied as the number of cactus we have in the Grand Canyon State.

According to the US Census Bureau, Here are the top 10 states that people fleeing Arizona are moving to.

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Source: This City, Not Phoenix, is Arizona’s Fastest Growing City

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