Alhambra, Phoenix facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alhambra
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Urban village
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Valley Metro Rail Station in Alhambra.
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 Alhambra, Phoenix
Location in Arizona
Alhambra, Phoenix
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Maricopa |
| City | Phoenix |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20 sq mi (50 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 127,764 |
| • Density | 6,400/sq mi (2,500/km2) |
| Website | Alhambra Village Planning Committee |
Alhambra is a busy urban village located in Phoenix, Arizona. It is a lively part of the city where many people live and work.
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Where is Alhambra Located?
Alhambra is found in the central part of Phoenix. It covers an area that is south of Northern Avenue and west of 7th Street. It also stretches east of 43rd Avenue and north of Grand Avenue or the Grand Canal.
A Look at Alhambra's History
The name "Alhambra" was chosen by a man named William John Murphy. He lived from 1839 to 1923. Mr. Murphy was important because he divided this area into four parts in North Phoenix.
Why Alhambra Grew
Alhambra was mainly built to provide homes for many people. This happened after World War II, when the population in the area grew quickly. Many people who moved here first discovered the area while they were serving at Luke Air Force Base.
Who Lives in Alhambra?
In 2010, Alhambra had a population of 127,764 people. They lived in an area of about 20 square miles. This means there were about 6,400 people living in each square mile.
Diversity in Alhambra
The people living in Alhambra come from many different backgrounds.
- About 61.1% of residents were white.
- Around 6.6% were black or African American.
- About 3.4% were American Indian or Alaska Native.
- Roughly 4.1% were Asian or Pacific Islander.
- About 21% of residents were from other races.
- Around 3.9% were people of two or more races.
