Glendale

by The Linguist

 

Glendale, Arizona

Glendale is a city located in Maricopa County in the state of Arizona. According to the Wikipedia page for Glendale, the city had a population of 254,114 as of 2021, making it the 5th largest city in Arizona.

History

Glendale was founded in 1892 by William J. Murphy, a businessman who constructed a canal from the Arizona Canal to the northwest portion of the town. Growth was spurred by the arrival of the railroad in 1895. Glendale was incorporated as a city in 1910. Agriculture and cotton farming fueled early growth in the area. After World War II, Glendale saw rapid residential and commercial development as more people moved to the Phoenix metropolitan area. Major employers such as Arrowhead Towne Center mall and a variety of corporate offices located in the city. For more on the history of Glendale, visit the Glendale History page on the city’s website.

Population and Demographics

According to 2020 census data, Glendale had a population of 254,114 residents. It is the 5th largest city in Arizona after Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and Chandler. Glendale is part of the Phoenix metropolitan area. The racial makeup of Glendale is 56.3% White, 6.5% Black or African American, 1.6% Native American, 3.8% Asian, 0.2% Pacific Islander, and 5.4% from other races. 39.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is $63,029 and 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line.

Economy and Major Employers

Some of the major employers and companies headquartered in Glendale include:

  • Arrowhead Towne Center Mall – 7700 W Arrowhead Towne Center, Glendale, AZ 85308, (623) 970-5100, Website
  • Humana – 1 East Washington St #300, Phoenix, AZ 85004, (602) 778-1800, Website
  • Roush Fenway – 6701 West Greenway Parkway, Glendale, AZ 85306, Website
  • West Valley Hospital – 13677 W McDowell Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85395, (623) 328-4100, Website
  • Glendale Community College – 6000 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302, (623) 845-3000, Website
  • Banner Thunderbird Medical Center – 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306, (602) 865-0000, Website

Some of the major industries and employers in Glendale are healthcare, retail, education, aerospace engineering, and financial services. Many corporate offices are located in the city due to its proximity to downtown Phoenix.

For more information on the economy and top employers in Glendale, visit the city’s Economic Development page.

Attractions and Landmarks

Some of the top attractions and landmarks in Glendale include:

  • Arrowhead Towne Center Mall – One of the largest shopping malls in Arizona with over 200 stores, located at 7700 W Arrowhead Towne Center. Website. GPS coordinates: 33°35’45.0″N 112°12’19.2″W
  • Camelback Ranch – Home stadium for the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox MLB teams for spring training, located at 10710 W Camelback Rd. Website. GPS coordinates: 33°33’01.2″N 112°12’27.6″W
  • Glendale Stadium – Former home of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and Super Bowl XXX, demolished in 2005. Located near Loop 101 and Glendale Ave. GPS coordinates: 33°31’44.1″N 112°12’17.2″W
  • Sahuaro Ranch Park – Historic 19th century ranch home, gardens and park. Located at 9802 N 59th Ave. Website. GPS coordinates: 33°36’26.5″N 112°11’47.2″W
  • Glendale Public Library – Main library branch located at 5959 W Brown St. Website
  • Westgate Entertainment District – Retail, restaurant and entertainment center located at 6751 N Sunset Blvd. Website

View an interactive map of Glendale below:

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Glendale is provided by Valley Metro. There are multiple bus routes that serve popular destinations like Arrowhead Towne Center Mall, Glendale Community College, downtown Glendale, and connections to the light rail system in Phoenix. Fares and route maps are available on the Valley Metro website.

County and Regional Information

Glendale is located in Maricopa County, the most populous county in Arizona. The county seat is located in Phoenix. For more information, visit the Maricopa County website or the county offices at 301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003, (602) 506-3011.

Education

Public schools in Glendale are served by 3 school districts:

  • Glendale Elementary School District – Website
  • Glendale Union High School District – Website
  • Peoria Unified School District – Website

In addition to public schools, there are several private schools in Glendale. Glendale Community College offers two-year associate degrees – Website.

Additional Local Resources

  • City of Glendale Website – www.glendaleaz.com
  • Glendale Chamber of Commerce – Website
  • Glendale Police Department – Website – 6835 N. 57th Drive Glendale, AZ 85301 – (623) 930-3000
  • Glendale Fire Department – Website – 6842 W. Hampton Avenue Glendale, AZ 85303 – (623) 930-4400
  • Glendale Parks and Recreation – Website – 5800 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale, AZ 85301 – (623) 930-2820
  • Glendale Public Library – Website – 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale, AZ 85302 – (623) 930-3600
  • Glendale Municipal Airport – Website – 6801 N. Glen Harbor Blvd. Glendale, AZ 85307 – (623) 878-8090

Local Sports Teams

Sports teams that play or practice in Glendale include:

  • Arizona Cardinals – NFL football team, formerly played at Glendale Stadium – Website
  • Arizona Coyotes – NHL hockey team, plays at Gila River Arena – Website
  • Los Angeles Dodgers – MLB team, spring training at Camelback Ranch – Website
  • Chicago White Sox – MLB team, spring training at Camelback Ranch – Website
  • Phoenix Mercury – WNBA team, plays some home games at Footprint Center – Website

Facebook

Follow the City of Glendale’s Facebook page for news and events – Glendale City Facebook