Arizona is a state in the southwestern United States, bordering Mexico and known for its desert landscapes, the Grand Canyon, and abundant sunshine. Phoenix, its capital and largest city, anchors a major metropolitan area. The state also includes mountain forests, plateaus, and communities with snowy winters.
Arizona’s people and culture reflect Native American nations, Mexican and Latino heritage, and migration from across the country. Its economy includes healthcare, technology, manufacturing, tourism, agriculture, and mining, particularly copper. Notable landmarks include Grand Canyon National Park, Saguaro National Park, and Monument Valley, which spans the Arizona–Utah border on Navajo Nation land. Tucson is another major cultural and economic center.
Residents commonly focus on water supplies and Colorado River management, extreme heat, housing affordability, transportation, and education. Other civic priorities include border policy, wildfire preparedness, healthcare access, and balancing growth with conservation. Tribal sovereignty and cooperation among tribal, local, state, and federal governments are also important.