Where is Anthem, Arizona, USA?

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Where is Anthem Located? - Anthem is a city located in the Maricopa County of Arizona, United States. Anthem lies between 34.8700 Degrees North latitudes and 92.3978 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Anthem, Arizona

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Where is Anthem Located?

Anthem is a city located in the Maricopa County of Arizona, United States. Anthem lies between 34.8700 Degrees North latitudes and 92.3978 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Anthem city is 23190 people and the city has a total area of 7.91 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Anthem, Arizona Quick Facts

FactDetails
CommunityAnthem
CountyMaricopa County
StateArizona
CountryUnited States
RegionSonoran Desert - Greater Phoenix Area
Latitude33.8673° N
Longitude112.1460° W
Elevation1,863 ft (568 m)
Land Area14.0 sq mi
Water Area0.1 sq mi
Total Area14.1 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)23,190
Population DensityApproximately 1,656 per sq mi
ZIP Code85086
Area Code623
Time ZoneMountain Standard Time (UTC-7)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
Census Designated PlaceYes

Nearby Cities and Communities to Anthem, Arizona

  • New River, Arizona - 6 mi North
  • Cave Creek, Arizona - 12 mi East
  • Carefree, Arizona - 15 mi East
  • Phoenix, Arizona - 30 mi South
  • Peoria, Arizona - 24 mi Southwest
  • Glendale, Arizona - 28 mi South
  • Scottsdale, Arizona - 30 mi Southeast
  • Surprise, Arizona - 32 mi Southwest
  • Black Canyon City, Arizona - 15 mi North
  • Mesa, Arizona - 42 mi Southeast

Anthem, Arizona Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Precipitation (in)
January65391.2
April83540.3
July102782.0
October87590.7
Annual845710.5
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)BSh - Hot Semi-Arid
Annual PrecipitationApproximately 10.5 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 300 days
Summer Weather RiskExtreme Heat and Monsoon Storm Risk
Average SnowfallTrace Amounts

Driving Distances from Anthem, Arizona

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
New RiverArizona610 min
Cave CreekArizona1220 min
CarefreeArizona1520 min
Black Canyon CityArizona1520 min
PeoriaArizona2430 min
GlendaleArizona2835 min
PhoenixArizona3035 min
ScottsdaleArizona3040 min
SurpriseArizona3240 min
MesaArizona4250 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Anthem, Arizona

Nearest AirportPhoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
IATA CodePHX
Major HighwaysInterstate 17, Anthem Way, Carefree Highway
Rail ServiceNo Passenger Rail Service
Public TransitRegional Commuter and Local Transit Services
  • Anthem is a master-planned community located along Interstate 17 north of Phoenix.
  • The community offers convenient access to downtown Phoenix and the growing North Valley region.
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is approximately 35 miles south of Anthem.
  • Healthcare, retail, education and professional services support the local economy.
  • Anthem is known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, parks and mountain desert scenery.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Anthem, Arizona

Landmark NameType
Anthem Community ParkCommunity Park
Anthem Veterans MemorialMemorial
Daisy Mountain RailroadFamily Attraction
Anthem OutletsShopping Center
Anthem Civic BuildingCommunity Facility
Gavilan PeakHiking Destination
Lake Pleasant Regional ParkNearby Recreation Area
Cave Creek Regional ParkRegional Park
Sonoran Desert PreserveNature Area
Desert Hills Trail SystemOutdoor Recreation Area

Colleges and Universities Near Anthem, Arizona

Institution NameTypeDistanceNotable For
Arizona State University - West CampusPublic University25 miBusiness and interdisciplinary studies
Midwestern UniversityPrivate University28 miHealth sciences and medicine
Glendale Community CollegeCommunity College27 miTransfer and workforce programs
Grand Canyon UniversityPrivate University30 miBusiness and education programs
Arizona State University - Tempe CampusPublic University42 miResearch and engineering

Waterbodies in and Near Anthem, Arizona

Lake Pleasant, New River, Cave Creek Wash, Agua Fria River, Skunk Creek, Horseshoe Reservoir, Bartlett Lake, Lake Pleasant Marina Area, Salt River, Verde River

Golf Courses in and Near Anthem, Arizona

Anthem Golf & Country Club - Ironwood Course, Anthem Golf & Country Club - Persimmon Course, Union Hills Country Club, The 500 Club Golf Course, Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club, Rancho Manana Golf Club, Desert Forest Golf Club, Legend Trail Golf Club

Anthem, Arizona - Key Historical Facts

  • Anthem was developed in the late 1990s as a master-planned community by Del Webb.
  • The community officially opened in 1999 and quickly became one of the fastest-growing residential areas in northern Maricopa County.
  • Its name was inspired by the phrase "the anthem of the new frontier" used during development planning.
  • The Anthem Veterans Memorial became a nationally recognized landmark honoring U.S. military veterans.
  • Residential growth accelerated as the Phoenix metropolitan area expanded northward.
  • Today, Anthem is known for its planned neighborhoods, recreational amenities and high quality of life in the Sonoran Desert.

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