'''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.