City of Glendale
Statistics & Facts
The population of Glendale is approximately 185,000 (1997).
The approximate number of families is 61,218 (1990).
Glendale elevation is 1,150 feet above sea level.
Location
Glendale location: on the northwest border of Phoenix, 25 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport, near I-17, I-10 and Outer Loop 101.
History
Over 100 years ago, the Glendale area was settled. A dam and canal allowed this otherwise barren and dry area to flourish with its rich soil. The railroad in the area helped it to maintain its economy . World War II brought many miliary personnel to train at Luke and Thunderbird fields. After the war, many of these same soldiers returned to the area they enjoyed during their training. What was once a predominant farming area gradually changed into a major urban community and one of the fastest growing cities in the country.
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