Scottsdale, Arizona

Scottsdale (Pima Vaṣai S-veṣonĭ) is a city located in Maricopa County, Arizona, USA. Named by the New York Times as "The Beverly Hills of the Desert" and by Travel Channel as one of the most luxurious destinations in the nation, Scottsdale has become internationally recognized and regarded as one of the most expensive and posh areas in the United States and a premiere tourist destination.

People and culture

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Demographics

As of the census{{GR|2}} of 2000, there are 202,705 people, 90,669 households, and 54,492 families residing in the city. The population density is 424.9/km² (1,100.4/mi²). There are 104,974 housing units at an average density of 220.0/km² (569.9/mi²). The racial makeup of the city is 92.19% White, 1.23% Black or African American, 0.61% Native American, 1.96% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 2.27% from other races, and 1.65% from two or more races. 6.96% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

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Census - 2000 - Population density - White

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There are 90,669 households out of which 22.6% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.6% are married couples living together, 7.5% have a female householder with no husband present, and 39.9% are non-families. 30.8% of all households are made up of individuals and 9.7% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.22 and the average family size is 2.79.

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In the city the population is spread out with 19.3% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 30.4% from 25 to 44, 26.9% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 41 years. For every 100 females there are 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 90.5 males.

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The median income for a household in the city is $57,484, and the median income for a family is $73,846. Males have a median income of $51,204 versus $34,739 for females. The per capita income for the city is $39,158. 5.8% of the population and 3.4% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 5.4% of those under the age of 18 and 5.9% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

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Per capita income - Poverty line

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Major Corporations Headquartered in Scottsdale

• Allied Waste Industries (Fortune 500)
• Cold Stone Creamery
• The Dial Corporation
• Discount Tire Company
• General Dynamics Systems
• Go Daddy
• P.F. Chang's China Bistro
• Taser International

Museums and art collections

Ranked as one of the "Top 25 Art Destinations" in the nation, Scottsdale's number of art galleries are only second to New York City. Home to more than 125 art galleries, Scottsdale has quickly become a mega-center for art in the United States. The famed Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Heard Museum, and Scottsdale's Center for the Arts boast unique art from contemporary to musicals to historic Native American.

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Art galleries - New York City - Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art - Heard Museum - Center for the Arts - Native American

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Golf

With more than 330 days of sunshine, Scottsdale is best known as a premiere destination in the United States and the world for golfing. Recently named "America?s Best Place to Live for Golf" by the Robb Report, Scottsdale is home to more than 200 area courses offering layouts that range from the rolling green fairways of traditional course architecture to the cactus-studded excitement of desert golf designs. The combined quality and quantity of the city's daily fee golf clubs and courses have labeled Scottsdale a "must-visit" destination for the avid golfer. Scottsdale is home to the Phoenix Open Golf Tournament held at the Tournament Players Club, and later in March, hosts the Ping LPGA Tournament. Scottsdale is also home to many famed professional golfers: Heather Farr, Tom Lehman, Tom Weiskopf, Billy Mayfair, Annika Sörenstam, Andrew Magee, Hale Irwin, Jim Carter, Brandel Chamblee, Kirk Triplett, Jonathon Kaye, Tom Purtzer, Curt Byrum, Gary McCord, Mike Nicolette, Dan Pohl, Jerry Smith, Grace Park, Carin Koch, Danielle Ammaccapane and Dina Ammaccapane.

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Phoenix Open - Tournament Players Club - Ping LPGA Tournament - Heather Farr - Tom Lehman - Tom Weiskopf - Billy Mayfair - Annika Sörenstam - Andrew Magee - Hale Irwin - Jim Carter - Brandel Chamblee - Kirk Triplett - Jonathon Kaye - Tom Purtzer - Curt Byrum - Gary McCord - Mike Nicolette - Dan Pohl - Jerry Smith - Grace Park - Carin Koch - Danielle Ammaccapane - Dina Ammaccapane

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Some notable Scottsdale golf courses have won several awards, including "Best Golfing" by Golfweek Magazine (Troon Mountain Course), "Best Public Golfing in the US" by Golf Digest (Pinnacle Golf), "Top 10 Courses You Can Play in the US" by Golf Magazine (Grayhawk and DC), and "Best Golf Courses in America" by Golf Magazine (The Boulders and Desert Highlands). Eleven golf instructors were named as "Top 100 Teachers in America" by Golf Magazine.

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Golfweek Magazine - Golf Digest - Golf Magazine - The Boulders - Desert Highlands

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Shopping and nightlife

Scottsdale is the premiere shopping destination of the southwest, home to many upscale and high-end boutiques and shops. With more than 15 shopping centers, Scottsdale is home to myriad designers, from some of the most popular such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton, to rarer luxuries such as Stuart Weitzman, Dana Buchman, and Escada.

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Gucci - Louis Vuitton - Stuart Weitzman - Dana Buchman - Escada

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Scottsdale continues to expand its plethora of shopping destinations. The current Scottsdale Waterfront project is intended to bring many new high-end luxury retail stores unique to Arizona. City officials hope that current re-development projects, such as the Scottsdale Waterfront, in downtown Scottsdale will heighten Scottsdale's already strong reputation to a new degree.

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Besides shopping, Scottsdale is the location for hordes of night clubs and bars. There are more than 80 night clubs and bars, and Scottsdale has one of the highest concentrations clubs and bars in the United States. Rated as one of the "Top 10 Cities for Best Nightlife" by the Travel Channel, downtown Scottsdale becomes a sea of young people after 10 PM. Many of these clubs and bars are filled with college students from the nearby Scottsdale Community College and Arizona State University.

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Travel Channel - Arizona State University

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Tourism

Scottsdale is a premiere tourist destination in the western United States. With its great number of exquisite eateries, 5-star hotels and resorts, luxury golf course, high-end boutiques, and famed night-life, Scottsdale contributes millions of dollars to the economy of Greater Phoenix.

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Tourist destination - United States

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The city is home to more than 70 resorts and hotels and boasts one of the highest numbers of five-star resorts and hotels in the nation. Hotels such as The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, and Fairmont Princess Resort & Spa routinely see high-profile guests. The Fairmont Princess Resort & Spa was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the "Top 10 Celebrity Hideouts."

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It is estimated more than 6 million tourists visited Scottsdale for its horde of nationally-renowned resorts and spas. Named by the Sunset Magazine as the ideal destination for relaxation, Scottsdale's numerous luxury spas have gained national recognition.

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However most importantly, it is the warm weather that attracts the most visitors. Scottsdale, and its adjacent neighbors, annually sees thousands of people flood the community during the winter season. These people are dubbed "snow birds" by locals. The beautiful weather hovers around 65 degrees during the winters, making Scottsdale's outdoor activities popular year round. With its number of mountains, Scottsdale attracts hikers for its many trails, preserves, and scenic views. Other popular activities include horseback riding, off-roading, water rafting, and hot air ballooning.

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