Peoria, Arizona is located northwest of the city of Phoenix, and is considered part of the greater Phoenix area. It was founded in 1886 by settlers from Peoria, Illinois. Peoria was incorporated in 1954, with boundaries covering one square mile of land. Peoria is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States. More than 60% of the residents of Peoria have had at least some college education. There are more than 122,000 people living there, making it the 9th largest city in Arizona. Peoria used to be basically agricultural, but it has grown into a modern city with workers in both commercial and service industries. Peoria is home to the Peoria Sports Complex, where two Cactus League teams play Spring Training baseball games, and where various events and festivals take place throughout the year. Lake Pleasant and the Challenger Learning Center are in Peoria. Peoria covers about 117 square miles. The nearest mall is the Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale. Peoria is located in Maricopa County.

Attractions in the Glendale / Peoria / Arrowhead area:

-Jobing.com Arena (Phoenix Coyotes NHL)
-Universtiy of Phoenix Stadium (Phoenix Cardinals)
-Peoria Sports Complex
-Arrowhead Mall
-Challenger Space Center

A plethora of golf courses - to name a few:
-Hillcrest Golf Club
-Desert Mirage Golf Course
-Coyote Lakes
-500 Club
-Country Meadows
-Westbrook Lakes
-Legend at Arrowhead

Major Employers:
-Petsmart
-American Express
-Honeywell
-USAA
-Allied Waste