AI estimate Updated Mar 22, 2026 About guide entries
Culture and Attractions
- Art Galleries
- Bentley Gallery, Modified Arts
- Must-See Landmarks
- Camelback Mountain, Desert Botanical Garden ($29)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Heard Museum (Native American Art), Phoenix Art Museum
- Historical Sites
- Heritage Square, Rosson House Museum ($15)
- Religious Sites
- St. Mary's Basilica, Phoenix First Assembly
- Annual Events
- Phoenix Open (Golf), M3F Music Festival, Arizona State Fair
- Cultural Districts
- Roosevelt Row Arts District, Grand Avenue
- Theater Venues
- The Van Buren, Orpheum Theatre, Arizona Financial Theatre
- Local Markets
- Uptown Farmers Market (Saturdays), Phoenix Public Market
- Music Scene
- Crescent Ballroom, Valley Bar (Underground venue)
- Street Art
- 1½ Street (Murals behind the Van Buren)
- Cooking Classes
- Sur La Table (Kierland Commons), The Farm at South Mountain
- Historic Buildings
- Arizona State Capitol, Luhrs Building
- Local Heritage
- Strong Native American influence (Pima/Maricopa tribes)
Essentials
- City
- Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
- Population
- 1,650,000 (City), 5,000,000 (Metro Area)
- Internet Speed
- Avg 350 Mbps (Cox Gigablast and Google Fiber available in select areas)
- Currency & Banking
- US Dollar (USD). Major banks: Chase, Wells Fargo, Bank of America
- Tap Water
- Drinkable, but very hard; most residents use filtered or RO systems
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T; eSim via Airalo or Mint Mobile (~$30/mo)
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut, Wise, or local Chase accounts for long-term stays
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Furnished Finder, and luxury apartments like X Phoenix
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, credit cards and Apple Pay are accepted virtually everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Sonder at The McKinley, Mint House Downtown Phoenix
- Budget Accommodation
- HI Phoenix - The Metcalf House (approx. $45-$60/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Old Town Scottsdale or Downtown Phoenix (Roosevelt Row)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Roosevelt Row (Arts District) or Midtown for better transit and coffee shops
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- The Department (Downtown) - $25 Day Pass / $250 Monthly
- Best Cafe for Work
- Lola Coffee (Roosevelt St) or Cartel Roasting Co. (Ash Ave)
- Networking Events
- Phoenix Startup Week, TechPHX, and Maricopa County Bar Association events
- Social Events for Expats
- Phoenix Newcomers Club and 'Digital Nomads Phoenix' Meetup group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Lyft, and Waymo (fully autonomous rides available 24/7)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Lime and Bird scooters; Grid Bike Share (Downtown)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Puerto Peñasco, Mexico (Rocky Point) - 3.5 hour drive
- Top Regional Airline
- Southwest Airlines (Major hub at PHX)
- Top International Airline
- American Airlines (Hub at PHX Terminal 4), British Airways
- Highway Access
- I-10 (East-West), I-17 (North-South), Loop 101, and Loop 202
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Valley Metro Light Rail (44th St/Washington Sky Train Hub)
- Public Transport Passes
- Valley Metro - $4.00 Day Pass, $64.00 Monthly Pass
- Regional Travel
- Amtrak (Maricopa Station) and Greyhound Bus (Buckeye Rd)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Mayo Clinic Phoenix or Banner - University Medical Center
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- The Foundry Yoga (Tempe/Phoenix), Sutra Studios ($20 drop-in)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Mountainside Fitness ($45/mo) or EOS Fitness ($15/mo)
- Laundry Services
- The Laundry Room (Central Ave) - Wash & Fold approx. $1.75/lb
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- DoorDash, UberEats, and Grubhub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Sonoran Hot Dog at El Caprichoso or Fry Bread at The Fry Bread House
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Green New American Vegetarian, The Coronado
- Best Dessert Spots
- Churn (Uptown) or Novel Ice Cream (Roosevelt Row)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Trader Joe's, WinCo Foods, and Food City for Mexican staples
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon (Same-day delivery available in most zip codes)
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart, Amazon Fresh, and Walmart Plus
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Old Town Scottsdale (Clubs) or Roosevelt Row (Bars/Speakeasies)
- Local Brewery
- Arizona Wilderness Brewing Co. (DTPHX), Wren House Brewing
- Wine Bars
- Postino Central or Sauvage Wine Bar and Shop
- Street Food Stalls
- Pemberton PHX (Food truck collective in Downtown)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Chula Seafood (Japanese/Hawaiian), Glai Baan (Thai)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- South Mountain Park and Preserve (Largest city park in USA)
- National Parks Nearby
- Grand Canyon (3.5 hours), Saguaro National Park (1.5 hours)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Arizona Canal Trail, Murphy's Bridle Path
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Dobbins Lookout at South Mountain (Free)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch (Gilbert)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Butcher Jones Recreation Site (Saguaro Lake) - Permit required
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- FedEx Office, UPS Store, USPS (widely distributed)
- Tech Repair Services
- Data Doctors (various locations), uBreakiFix
- Table Tennis Spots
- Phoenix Table Tennis Club (Cave Creek Rd)
- Language Classes
- Berlitz Language Center, Phoenix Public Library free ESL classes
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Burton Barr Central Library (5th Floor for quiet work)
- Community Centers
- Phoenix Center for the Arts
- Gaming Lounges
- The Grid: Games and Growlers, Cobra Arcade Bar
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Talking Stick Resort & Casino, Gila River Resorts
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,800 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $272,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = $168,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $6,200 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $372,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $4,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = $240,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $464,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = $304,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (Federal) + 4.9% (Arizona State)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% to 30% depending on treaty (usually 15% for residents)
- Tax System
- Citizens/Permanent Residents: Worldwide; Others: US-source only
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal), 2.5% (Arizona Flat Tax)
- VAT
- 0% (No VAT), but 8.6% Sales Tax applies to most goods
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, approx. 0.6% of assessed property value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- None; only nominal recording fees around $30
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No, US citizens taxed worldwide; Arizona has a low flat income tax of 2.5%
About these guide entries
- Method
- AI estimate
- Last updated
- Mar 22, 2026
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- Last changed
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