Interesting Facts about Chandler Arizona
Population 208,631
Average Annualized Monthly Population Increase 800
Population Increase Since 1990 +
100%
Annual Growth Rate Nearly 5%
Area 71.5 square miles
Location 25 miles southeast of downtown Phoenix
Seeing the great changes that the rain brought to the parched
soil, Dr. Chandler began to learn about irrigation methods. Returning
with the financial backing of two Detroit friends, Dr. Chandler formed
the Consolidated Canal Company. When the Granite Reef Dam to the
southeast of Phoenix was completed in 1908, water from the Salt River
was available for all canals to the south. Thousands of acres were put
under cultivation, but there was still not enough water to keep the land
from remaining dry. In 1911, the Roosevelt Dam was completed, but each
landowner was restricted to irrigating only 160 acres. Dr. Chandler was
forced to subdivide his nearly 18,000 acre ranch and he began to
advertise and marker his land to draw settlers to the area. He wisely
hired a city planner and an architect to design a planned community with
spacious lots, wide boulevards and a town green unique to the Southwest.
After the War -
During World War II, Chandler's population doubled and reached
3,800 by 1950 -- the year Dr. Chandler passed away. On May 24, 1954, the
status of Chandler was upgraded from town to City.
In recent years, Chandler's borders have been expanded and the
population has boomed -- from 30,000 in 1980 to more than 200,000 today.
The economic base of Chandler has been diversified. While agriculture is
still somewhat of a vital element, Chandler now enjoys a strong
manufacturing and electronics sector.
Our Community Today -
Chandler, the high tech oasis of the "Silicon Desert," located in
the southeastern part of the Phoenix metro area, is one of the fastest
growing urban centers in the nation. From its roots as an agrarian
township, Chandler has flourished into a premier community known for its
excellent residential and employment opportunities.
Trends for the Future -
Population growth and economic change are occurring at a rapid
rate. With the onset of economic recovery, the next few years will give
rise to land-use decisions of fundamental importance. The right
decisions will help our community succeed in establishing the economic
and social vitality that have made the quality of life and the
environment a successful place to live and work.
Employment -
Chandler is one of the fastest growing high-technology manufacturing
cities in the west, which has helped it earn the nickname "The Silicon
Desert." The increasing presence of quality employers has added to this
oasis of opportunity. Chandler also boasts fine dining and numerous
upscale shopping opportunities. Chandler's pro-business character makes
it one of the most desirable cities to live and do business. The work
force is well educated and technologically skilled. More than 75% of the
30,000 manufacturing-sector workers are employed in high technology
fields, the national average is 15%. Chandler is located in one of the
fastest growing urban centers in the country.
Existing business and industry can utilize the many advantages Chandler
has to offer. An expansive work force of young, well-educated
individuals is available to current and future employers. More than 64
percent of Chandler's population is between the ages of 18 and 54, with
75% of the adult population possessing some level of college education.
Businesses have 26 large industrial parks to choose from to acquire
existing facilities or construct their own site with minimal delays.
Retail space is more than eight million square feet and the annual
disposable income in Chandler is more than $3 billion.
Chandler content reprinted with permission from
Chamber of Commerce
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