Metro Phoenix has seen six years of record-setting construction activity. Residential, office, retail and industrial projects continue to keep pace with demand in all parts of the Valley. From high-tech manufacturing and banking to tourism and government, the area's economy displays a balance that can weather the tough times and find room to grow during expansion. Availability of land, combined with access to ground and air transportation, has made metro Phoenix the distribution hub of the Southwest. In particular, the West Valley communities along Interstate 10 have developed a niche for warehousing and industrial facilities that serve the entire region.
Phoenix ranks third among electronic production centers in the United States.
So strong is technology's dominance here that 43 percent of manufacturing comes from high-tech, compared to 15 percent nationally. Outside of the technology arena, several consumer products companies operate locally. Phoenix is no longer just a winter haven for the retiree set. There are year-round activities that appeal to both the young and old. If you want to spend some time in the desert while still enjoying all the amenities of the big city, Phoenix is the place you're looking for.