Election Results and Trends in Phoenix, AZ
In the last Presidential election, Phoenix, AZ voted predominantly Democrat, with 50.3% of voters casting their ballot for Biden, while 48.1% of voters in Phoenix voted for Trump, and other parties voting 1.5%. Based on these voting patterns, Phoenix is considered a slightly leaning liberal city. Specifically, it ranks 78th out of the most populated 333 cities in the United States in terms of conservatism based on the 2020 Presidential election results. Conversely, when looking at the liberal voting patterns in the 2020 election, Phoenix ranks 240th out of the 333 most populated cities, indicating a relatively low liberal vote.
Presidential Elections Voting Trend
Historically, Phoenix has often favored Republican candidates in Presidential elections. In the last 25 years, it has supported Bob Dole (1996), George W. Bush (2000 and 2004), and John McCain (2008). However, there has been a noticeable shift, as evident in the decreased support for Mitt Romney in 2012. By 2016 and 2020, the city's voting patterns showed increased support for Democrat candidates Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden, respectively. This trend illustrates a gradual movement toward more liberal stances in Phoenix's Presidential elections.
Local Elections
On the city level, Phoenix's elections over the past 25 years reflect a diverse political landscape. While mayoral races are officially nonpartisan, the candidates' political leanings are often known. Conservative leadership, such as under Mayor Skip Rimsza, coexisted with more progressive leaders like Greg Stanton and Kate Gallego. The shift toward progressive mayors in recent years, alongside a varied City Council, highlights a complex and evolving political environment in Phoenix.