Introduction: Arizona Download PDF
Perhaps best known for its magnificent Grand Canyon, Arizona has a dry, desert climate with mild winters and hot summers. Post World War II, growth in the state was aided by the development of air conditioning, which made Arizona’s torrid summers more bearable. Manufacturing has become Arizona's most important industry, with the industry’s principal products including electrical, semi conductor, communication, and aeronautical items. Arizona’s original export activities – agriculture and mining – still serve as significant contributors to the state economy. Leading agricultural products include cattle, calves, dairy products, and cotton. In addition, over half of the nation’s copper is produced in Arizona. The mostly dry climate has forced Arizona to depend on complex irrigation systems for its water supply and has frequently landed it in legal battles over water rights.
Government
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State Seal: |
State Quarter: |
Time Zones:
| Standard Time | GMT-7 | |
| Daylight-Saving Time | GMT-6 | |
Statistics
- Per Capita Real GDP :
- $33,655
- Population:
- 6,500,180
- Percent of People Under Poverty Level:
- 14.2%
- Per Capita Personal Income:
- $31,458
- Percent of Population with a Bachelor's Degree:
- 16.1%
- Total Exports:
- $19,185,600,000
Top 5 Export Partner Countries
Mexico
Canada
Singapore
China
Malaysia
Top 5 Export Merchandise
Transportation Equipment Sales
Computers and Electronic Products Sales
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
Computers and Electronic Products Manufacturing
Machinery Manufacturing
Major Cities
Mesa, Phoenix, Tucson
Major Airports
| Airport Name | City | |
| PHX | Phoenix Sky Harbor International | Phoenix |
| TUS | Tucson International | Tucson |
Main Ports:
None
Corporations
| Company | Fortune 1000 Rank: | Revenues ($millions) | Headquarter City |
| Avnet | 172 | 14,254 | Phoenix |
| Phelps Dodge | 206 | 12,090 | Phoenix |
| US Airways Group | 216 | 11,557 | Tempe |
| Allied Waste Industries | 379 | 6,029 | Phoenix |
| PetSmart | 506 | 4,234 | Phoenix |