Anthem, Arizona facts for kids
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Anthem, Arizona
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Anthem Park
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Location in Maricopa County, Arizona
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 Anthem, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Anthem, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Maricopa |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.92 sq mi (20.51 km2) |
| • Land | 7.92 sq mi (20.50 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,864 ft (568 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 23,190 |
| • Density | 2,929.51/sq mi (1,131.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain Standard Time (no DST)) |
| ZIP codes |
85086, 85087
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| Area code(s) | 623 |
| FIPS code | 04-02430 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2054803 |
Anthem is a special kind of town in Arizona, USA. It's called a planned community because it was designed from the start. Anthem is located in Maricopa County, near the big city of Phoenix. In 2020, about 23,190 people lived there.
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History of Anthem
Anthem was built by a company called Del Webb in 1998. It was planned as a modern community in the hills, about 30 miles north of downtown Phoenix. Magazines like Parenting and Phoenix Magazine have called Anthem one of the best places for families.
Family-Friendly Activities
Anthem is known for its many activities all year round, especially for families. The community center has lots of sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, and swimming. They also offer martial arts for kids of all ages.
The town has a huge pool, bigger than an Olympic size. There's also a water park with slides and different areas for swimming. You can find paths for walking and biking all over town, plus small parks everywhere.
Anthem also has a large 63-acre community park. This park includes an amphitheater, sports fields for volleyball, soccer, and baseball. It even has a train, lakes, and special pavilions.
Past Weather Events
On July 31, 2012, Anthem had a huge rainstorm. About 5 inches of rain fell in just 90 minutes. This caused a lot of flooding and people needed to be rescued. Experts later said this was a "one-in-1,000 year rain catastrophe."
Geography of Anthem
Anthem is built on about 5,856 acres of land. It sits at the base of two mountains, Daisy Mountain and Gavilan Peak. The main part of Anthem covers about 7.9 square miles. The town's height above sea level ranges from 1,760 to 2,428 feet.
About 36% of Anthem is kept as open space. This includes 291 acres of natural hillsides. The town is surrounded by the New River area on its north, east, and south sides. Part of Anthem on the west side is actually within the city limits of Phoenix.
Anthem's Climate
Anthem is located in the upper Sonoran Desert. Because it's higher up, it's usually a bit cooler than Phoenix. It also gets more rain than the areas south of it.
| Climate data for Anthem, Arizona (estimates) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 65.0 (18.3) |
68.5 (20.3) |
73.0 (22.8) |
81.0 (27.2) |
90.7 (32.6) |
99.9 (37.7) |
103.2 (39.6) |
100.9 (38.3) |
96.2 (35.7) |
86.1 (30.1) |
73.2 (22.9) |
65.2 (18.4) |
83.6 (28.7) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 39.5 (4.2) |
41.9 (5.5) |
45.3 (7.4) |
50.6 (10.3) |
59.1 (15.1) |
67.8 (19.9) |
75.6 (24.2) |
74.3 (23.5) |
68.7 (20.4) |
57.8 (14.3) |
46.3 (7.9) |
39.7 (4.3) |
55.6 (13.1) |
| Average rainfall inches (mm) | 1.34 (34) |
1.41 (36) |
1.54 (39) |
0.51 (13) |
0.18 (4.6) |
0.14 (3.6) |
1.08 (27) |
1.76 (45) |
1.01 (26) |
0.97 (25) |
1.02 (26) |
1.38 (35) |
12.34 (313) |
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Anthem's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 21,700 | — | |
| 2020 | 23,190 | 6.9% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Anthem was first counted as a "census-designated place" in the 2010 U.S. Census. A census-designated place is a special area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes.
In 2010, there were 21,700 people living in Anthem. By 2014, the population grew to over 30,000 people. Most people in Anthem are White (89.7%). There are also African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 9.2% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Anthem have children under 18. The average age of people living in Anthem is about 36.8 years old. Many adults in Anthem have college degrees.
Economy and Landmarks
One famous landmark in Anthem is its Christmas tree. It's put up every year at the Outlets North Phoenix. This tree is the tallest Christmas tree in all of Arizona! It's often said to be one of the tallest in the entire United States.
Education in Anthem
Anthem has several schools for kids of all ages. The public schools are part of the Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD). There are also private and charter schools available. For older students, nearby colleges include Glendale Community College and Arizona State University's West campus.
DVUSD Schools
- Anthem School (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- Canyon Springs STEM Academy (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- Diamond Canyon School (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- Gavilan Peak School (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- New River Elementary School (Kindergarten to 8th grade)
- Boulder Creek High School (9th to 12th grade)
Charter Schools
- Anthem Preparatory Academy (6th to 12th grade)
- Archway Academy (Kindergarten to 5th grade)
- Caurus Academy (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
- Ridgeline Academy (Kindergarten to 12th grade)
Private Schools
- Creative Castle Preschool and Kindergarten
- North Valley Christian Academy (Preschool, Kindergarten to 12th grade)
Transportation in Anthem
The main road connecting Anthem to downtown Phoenix is Interstate 17. There's also a special road called a "frontage road" that runs next to Interstate 17. This road helps connect Anthem to other parts of the Phoenix area.
While there isn't a regular bus service in Anthem, a service called Valley Metro can help people arrange carpools or vanpools.
Anthem Veterans Memorial
The Anthem Veterans Memorial is a special monument. It honors the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. The memorial has five tall white pillars. Each pillar stands for one of the military branches.
These pillars are designed in a unique way. On Veterans Day (November 11), the sun's rays shine through openings in the pillars. At exactly 11:11 AM, the sunlight perfectly spotlights the Great Seal of the United States on the ground.
Notable People from Anthem
- Erik Affholter (born 1966), a former wide receiver in the NFL.
- Matt Powell (Born 1978), known as Anthem's first Mayor.
- David Spindel (born 1941), a famous photographer.
Images for kids
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Anthem Park
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Location in Maricopa County, Arizona
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The Anthem Christmas tree is the tallest in Arizona.
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Traditional giant Christmas decoration in Anthem
See also
In Spanish: Anthem (Arizona) para niños
