El Mirage is the gateway to the Northwest Valley. Located in the heart of the rapidly growing west valley, the community has grown from a small-town dependent on agriculture to a diverse urban economy. Through the 90's El Mirage's population has grown by about 52%. It is estimated that in the first 5 years of this decade the population of El Mirage has grown by about 191%.
El Mirage may appear to be your everyday sleepy small town village, though today they are welcoming the growth and change needed to raise their community on various levels. El Mirage boasts the residential neighborhood and small town appeal that many new homebuyers are looking for. They may have been a small town at one time, but look out for all they have to offer, as the changes are made you will see the much more progressive side of this small up and coming town.
 El Mirage is located, nestled along the western banks of the usually dry Agua Fria River. Farming and agriculture are part of the city's heritage.
Several migrant farm workers founded El Mirage in 1937. This group was in search of a permanent place to live and raise their family. El Mirage became the perfect spot to live and work. The community continues to be strong and those that come to the town to live, remain for many generations.
This community, now known as El Mirage, is currently 11 square miles and was incorporated in 1951. Pioneer Arizona Living History Museum is a replica of an exact 1880s Arizona Village with volunteers and demonstrations and is located in the El Mirage area.
Today, residential developments are taking the place of farms. Many businesses, both commercial and industrial have located to El Mirage. The city has embraced its new growth. El Mirage is quickly becoming one of the West Valley's residential hot spots. El Mirage is expected to build 7,500 homes in a dozen subdivisions over the next decade.
The White Tanks Mountain Regional Park is located near El Mirage and is a wonderful spot for equally as many outdoor adventures. The park offers 26,000 acres of scenic property and natural beauty that includes Native American artifacts left from centuries ago.
 Showing their true family and community spirit, El Mirage puts on the Founders Day celebration every March. This amazing festival offers a parade, fiesta, carnival, and plenty of live music for the whole family to enjoy.
A warm, small town atmosphere is reflected to this day, as the city continues to embrace family values, friendship and traditions. The City of El Mirage celebrates its past, its people and most importantly, its transition into the future.
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El Mirage Population: approx. 32,061
El Mirage to Phoenix: 19 miles
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