Located just 10 miles away from the major metropolis of Phoenix, Glendale started out as all desert and is now a city with approximately 245,895 Arizona residents.
Glendale has come a long way from its desert days, but the Adobe Mountain Desert Park remains an attraction that visitors and residents of Glendale visit repeatedly. You can enjoy a thrilling train ride through a desert situated on approximately 160 acres of property. It’s easy to see why people keep coming back for more!
There’s always something fun and exciting to see or do in Glendale. Sports fans enjoy watching their favorite local teams, such as the Arizona Cardinals play at the Gila River Arena or the University of Phoenix Stadium. Those who enjoy musicals and theater productions enjoy doing so at the Brelby Theatre Company or the Spotlight Youth Theatre.
Fun Facts About Glendale
- The median home value is $163,400.
- The median household income is $46,817.
- The average commute time is 27 minutes.
- An estimated 83.4% of residents have a high school diploma or higher.
- An estimated 21.3% of residents have a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
The city is known for annual events such as the Glendale Glitters, which is held every December to celebrate the winter season. It may be difficult to imagine any city in the Arizona region as a winter wonderland, but when you see the adorned palm trees, you’ll feel quite festive.
Students in Glendale attend schools in Deer Valley Unified School District, Dysart Unified School District, or Peoria Unified School District. Elementary School Districts include Alhambra, Glendale, Pendergast, and Washington. High School Districts include Glendale, Phoenix, and Tolleson.
Residents can feel good about the pollution index in Glendale, which is 20% better than the nation’s average. With a maximum high temperature of 117 degrees, July is the hottest month of the year. With an minimum low temperature of 23 degrees, January is the coldest month of the year.
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