MARICOPA
The City of Maricopa’s Economic Development Department is building the new 21st Century American City. Maricopa’s economic development strategy is centered on building a sustainable city – one that features an economy characterized by diversity, competitiveness and success in the global economy. In 2000, Maricopa was home to 1,400 proud residents; today, it has grown to well over 40,000. Incorporated in 2003, City leaders have worked vigorously to ensure the highest quality of municipal services for its residents. Maricopa’s  location within Central Arizona coupled with proximity to the Greater Phoenix metropolis provides a unique, family-oriented ambiance that draws 300 new residents each month. With more than 52 percent holding a Bachelor’s Degree or higher, these residents both value the small-town feel and eagerly welcome quality employment, shopping, entertainment and other amenities.

New residential construction is only a part of Maricopa’s promise and potential. Already, Maricopa is fast becoming a “clean and green” industry hub as home to Pinal Energy, the state’s first ethanol plant, and Yulex, a producer of organic hypo-allergenic latex from desert crops. Maricopa also offers a large supply of developable commercial and industrial property with highway access, all of which is located in the Pinal County Enterprise Zone. The City is eager to assist you with exploring sites in the area and identifying the tools to best benefit your project, including Industrial Development Authority bonds, participation in our Fast Track Program, or locating in our Redevelopment District with tax incentive opportunities.

Some examples of Maricopa employers are:

• Harrah’s Ak-Chin Resort and Casino
• Maricopa Unified School Dsitrict
• Volkswagen of America
• University of Arizona Agricultural Farm
• USDA Arid Land Research
• Pinal Feeding Company
• Pinal Energy Ethanol Plant
• Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
  

Maricopa has a highly skilled workforce. For more detailed information, download complete resident demographics from www.MaricopaMatters.com. Overall, the Maricopa workforce is highly skilled with 53% working in management and other professional occupations.

The Union Pacific Railroad parallels the Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway and SR 238 from Casa Grande to Gila Bend. Currently, between 45 and 55 freight trains operate daily through Maricopa. Amtrak’s Orlando-Los Angeles Sunset Limited has a scheduled stop in Maricopa, the only stop in Arizona. The Amtrak station is located just east of the SR 347 crossing of the UPRR tracks.

COMMUNITY LINKS:
City of Maricopa
City of Maricopa Fire Department
City of Maricopa Police Department
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
Maricopa Economic Development Office
Maricopa Prospective Resident Information
Maricopa Profile (Arizona Department of Commerce)
The Maricopa Monitor

 

For more information, please call 520-836-6868, or email