El Mirage, AZ
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About El Mirage
- • NFL player Lorenzo Jerome, a safety, was born in El Mirage.
- • El Mirage doesn't have a specific origin of cultural creation, but is part of the Phoenix metro area.
- • Agriculture and the railroad spurred early growth in El Mirage.
- • El Mirage is considered a safe city due to its low crime rates.
- • Significant flooding in the early 20th century impacted El Mirage's development.
- • "The Mirage" was a planned townsite; it incorporated in 1951.
- • With over 35,000 residents, it's smaller than nearby Glendale.
- • Its elevation is 1,076 feet, typical for the Sonoran Desert.
- • Many residents work in manufacturing and service industries.
- • There's a quiet and resilient atmosphere, with a focus on community.
- • The Arizona Cardinals, based in Glendale, are the closest NFL team.
- • Spring training for MLB teams occurs nearby in the Phoenix area.