About This Community

With nearly 500,000 people, Mesa is the 39th largest city in the U.S., the second largest city in the region, and covers 133 square miles (344 square kilometers) of Greater Phoenix’s East Valley.

As a premier business destination, Mesa offers a diverse and sustainable economy, an educated workforce and a true partnership between government and industry. Business people see Mesa as their home and the world as their marketplace. Mesa helps businesses grow with:

  • Two airports, Light Rail and multiple freeway corridors
  • Foreign Trade Zone, Military Reuse Zone and low-cost financing programs
  • $8.68 billion in buying power and an average household income of $67,285
  • Pro-business climate for healthcare, education, aerospace/aviation and tourism/technology
  • 40,000 students enrolled in higher education at ASU Polytechnic, A.T. Still University (medical/dental schools), Mesa Community College and more
  • In good company with Boeing, MD Helicopters, First Solar, Able Engineering, CMC Steel, Banner Health Systems, Cessna and Timken

Learn more about doing business in Mesa.

PHOTOS

WHY MESA?

Professional, entrepreneurial, aggressive and accessible local government leaders
City leadership dedicated to providing creative solutions to ensure business success
Large, educated and talented labor pool
Abundant and affordable commercial land for development
Excellent infrastructure
#1 in Graduation Rates Among 50 Largest US Cities (America’s Promise Alliance)
3rd Best Big City to Live (Money Magazine)