'''Greater Phoenix''' is a region of Arizona surrounding Phoenix. The total area accounts for 4,039,182 residents and is currently the 13th largest metropolitan area in the United States. The Greater Phoenix/Phoenix Metropolitan Area is also commonly referred to as "The Valley" by local residents.

Regions

'''Counties''':

  • Maricopa County
  • Pinal County
  • Yavapai County
  • Cities

  • Phoenix
  • Mesa
  • Glendale
  • Scottsdale
  • Chandler
  • Tempe
  • Guadalupe
  • Gilbert
  • Peoria
  • Apache Junction
  • Fountain Hills
  • Queen Creek
  • Paradise Valley
  • Cave Creek
  • Carefree
  • Rio Verde
  • Litchfield Park
  • Avondale
  • Tolleson
  • Goodyear
  • Buckeye
  • Surprise
  • El Mirage
  • Sun City
  • Sun City West
  • Get around

    The Valley Metro light rail line connects Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa.