According to the Census Bureau, Pinal County, Arizona is among the fastest growing in the nation. Pinal County is south and east of downtown Phoenix, and includes such cities as: Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Queen Creek, Florence.
Population estimates released Thursday by the U.S. Census Bureau show Pinal County grew by nearly 67 percent between the years 2000 and 2007.
The fastest-growing county was Kendall county in Illinois with a population growth of 77.5 percent.
Maricopa county saw strong growth too, as the population rose by 26 percent. Maricopa County includes Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Scottsdale, Buckeye and more. It's a large county.
Pinal County - Population in April 2000 - 179,715
Pinal County - Population in July 2007 - 299,246, an increase of 66.5% and ranks 4th in the country
Maricopa County - Population in April 2000 - 3,072,161
Maricopa County - Population in July 2007 - 3,880,181 an increase of 26%.3 and ranks 118 in the country.
While I realize many are moving here from everywhere, it's amazing to see on paper. In the past month, I've worked with someone from Northern California, from Canada, from Connecticut and from Michigan. It seems that the property taxes (which are about 1% here - compared to much more in the east) is one of the draws to our state as well as our climate and lower prices for housing. We welcome everyone from those colder climates to come to our beautiful and warm and sunny state, Arizona! ;-)
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Katerina, it is a lot of growth. Between July 2006 and July 2007, Maricopa was the fastest growing county in the country. Lots and lots and lots of people are moving here. We have the heat, but no mosquitos, very little humidity, and lower taxes. Good reasons to come to Arizona. Why don't you come on over? ;-)
The property tax is very inticing and add the wonderful climate and beauty of the area, the result is lots of business for you, I think!
Mark, you are absolutely right on. When my out of town buyers come into town, they're blown away about what they can get for their money.
Bill, you're right. It was in the 80's today! ;-)
Cynthia, one can only hope! Lots of people moving here though!!
Marzena, that sounds like fun!! ;-) I've never been there, so it sounds like fun!!
I read that according to the Census Bureau that Phoenix will be the third largest city in the US within 10 years or so. I am glad I am in Tucson. LOL
Marlene, yep they are AND I read that Maricopa was THE FASTEST growing county from July 2006-2007. People are finding out all about how cool (hot) it is here. ;-)
Richard, I think you're right about that......Although, we are spread out a lot.......it is a lot of people!!
Midori, you're always welcome!! I think you would love it!
Hey Sally girl, yep........it's definitely growing in leaps and bounds here in our sunny state! ;-)
Teri,
I didn't know you sold property in Pinal County! I do loans in Pinal, and actually have an appraiser who will go up there! We're practically neighbors! LOL
Mike in Tucson
Mike, pretty much in the Queen Creek and Gold Canyon area.......;-) I'm located just about 20 minutes from Johnson Ranch in far east Mesa!!!
Well, you're still one of my favorites on Active Rain, Teri. And I love the signature!
Mike in Tucson
Mike, thank you so much. Is it loading any faster, or still hanging up for you?
I subscribe to you 'cause I like your articles as well. ;-)
Leslie, I totally relate. When I grew up here, my mom would drop off my sisters and me, and we could catch a movie, cartoons, popcorn, etc. for about 25 cents. Things have definitely changed. I can remember when..........a lot of things. ;-)
Chuck, it is beautiful. Arizona is beautiful - don't you think! ;-)
Chuck, love the orange blossoms. I have a tree right outside of my office window and enjoy the fragrance since they're blooming. I'll be you really get them in your area! ;-)