Phoenix, the state capital, is the largest city in Arizona with a population of over 1.5M residents, and over 4.7M in the greater metro area. It’s known for year-round sun and warm temperatures, Valley of the Sun! Downtown Phoenix offers the amenities of a large urban city with sports arenas, live music, rooftop lounges, museums, theaters, art galleries and over 200 local restaurants. Phoenix is more affordable than coastal metro areas with a median home price of under $400,000.