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With 325 days of sunshine out of the year, the future of Mesa, AZ, is looking bright. Located in Maricopa County, Mesa is one of the nation's fastest-growing cities with a population that grew by more than 37 percent between 1990 and 2000.

The reasonable tax structure for businesses, a skilled and well-educated workforce, low crime-rate, superior schools and affordable housing has helped to fuel the city's growth. While Mesa continues to attract new businesses to the area, most residents in the city commute outside of town for work.

Mesa is unique among cities in the Phoenix metropolitan area. While it has all the comforts of a big city, it's steps away from a variety of outdoor adventures, which include world-class ski resorts and more than 40 golf courses located within minutes from downtown. Mesa's near-perfect weather makes it possible to enjoy the outdoors year round.

Focus on education

The education system in Mesa includes public as well as a number of private and parochial school systems. Charter schools, magnet schools, international baccalaureate programs, numerous parochial, Montessori, and other options typify Mesa's commitment to education. The city's public schools are mainly operated by Mesa Public Schools, however a small southern portion is also served by the Gilbert Public Schools, while a small western portion is served by the Tempe Elementary School District and the Tempe Union High School District.

Mesa children attend one of Arizona's highest rated and largest public school systems. The Mesa Public Schools and Gilbert Public Schools recently received a gold medal designation in the Education Quotient (EQ) Ratings, which is published annually in Expansion Management magazine. The Gold Medal is the highest award given, a distinction that only 16 percent of the school districts evaluated receive. Mesa is also home to approximately 35 charter schools and 14 private schools.

Mesa consists of a well-established west end of town, with a slightly nostalgic downtown and older homes. Toward the center of town, the feel is more of a bedroom community with wide streets, larger lots and a mixture of one-story and two-story homes. The east end of the city has a rural feel, with horse properties interspersed with gated planned communities. The median price for a 4-bedroom home in Mesa is about $454,000. Two- and 3-bedroom homes range from $150,000 to $235,000. In 2006, Money magazine ranked the city No.3 in its Best Places to Live survey. So put on your sunglasses and start your Mesa real estate search today!

Sources and more information:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mesa,_Arizona
http://www.mesachamber.org/about%20mesa.htm
http://www.mesacvb.com/

Community Information for 85205*

Population

44,956

Median Age

41.72

Median Household Income

$48,674

Households with Children

27.70%

Median Travel Time to Work

25 minutes

*Based on zipcode 85205 at the center of this area.


Real Estate Market Information

Median Home Sale Price 

$190,000

Annual Turnover Rate 

18.92%

In current residence 5+ years

33.48%

Median years in residence

3.28

Homes Owned

54.21%

Homes Rented

19.64%

Homes Vacant

26.15%


Mesa, AZ School Information

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Community

Total Population: 44,956
Total Male Population: 21,350
Total Female Population: 23,606
Population change since 1990: 49
Population change since 2000: NA
Median age: 41.72
Percent of households with children: 27.70%
Local sales tax: 8%
Personal crime risk: 110
Recycling likelihood index: 106

Transportation

Median travel time to work: 25
Transportation to work:
Public: 1%
Drive/Carpool: 92%
Walk/bike/other: 3%
Work at home: 4%


Education Levels

Less than 9th Grade: 3.75%
Some high school: 8.54%
High school graduate: 30.55%
Some college: 26.44%
Associate degree: 8.58%
Bachelor's degree: 14.17%
Graduate Degree: 7.98%

Occupation

Agriculture, forestry, and fishing: 1.71%
Mining: 0.06%
Contstruction: 11.65%
Manufacturing: 0.95%
Transportation and communications: 1.75%
Wholesale trade: 2.34%
Retail trade: 36.98%
Finance, insurance and real estate: 6.95%
Sevices: 36.70%
Public administration: 0.58%
Unclassified: 0.32%


Income

Average household income: $53,385
Income change since 1990: 56
Income change since 2000: 18

Climate

Avg. January high/low temp: 67 / 42
Avg. July high/low temp: 106 / 77
Annual precipitation: 9
Air pollution index: 104


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