Tempe

Located in the Valley of the Sun, Tempe is a unique, fun and even funky. town with a personality all its own.

Welcome to Temple

Located in the Valley of the Sun, Tempe is a unique, fun and even funky town with a personality all its own. Around 161,000 people call Tempe home, while thanks to its large number of employers, approximately 150,000 work in the area. Tempe, which was incorporated in 1894, is also home to Arizona State University and several other higher education institutions; this large number of schools means many residents have earned a Bachelor’s degree or better and are exceptionally creative and forward-thinking.

The Neighbors

From young and old to everyone in-between, Tempe attracts people of all ages and interests.

With so many colleges in its boundaries, Tempe is known for its youthful population, many of whom are just getting started with their careers and families. The median age of residents is a young 28, but this is tempered with a plethora of older and established families that have lived in the area for decades.

What To Expect

Live theater, arts and shopping galore.

As the weather cools down in the fall, the local theater options start to really take off; for example, residents and visitors alike will find plenty of top-quality performances at ASU Gammage, Childsplay and Stray Cat Theatre. Those who love art will find works by internationally acclaimed artists at the ASU Art Museum, plus Mill Avenue offers plenty of one-of-a-kind shops in a decidedly laid-back atmosphere.

What Not To Expect

A fuddy-duddy ambience; Tempe’s got a very collegiate, funky vibe.

The Lifestyle

Opportunities for all kinds of indoor and outdoor recreation abound.

Tempe is one of the only towns in the Valley of the Sun where residents have the chance to boat, fish and hike within a stone’s throw of Fortune 500 companies. Tempe Town Lake is well-known as a business and recreation hub — plus it’s not unusual to see weekday cubicle-dwellers enjoying a lunchtime stroll around the lake. Tempe is also home to six public pools and splash pads, 40-plus parks, many golf courses and a variety of other sports facilities.

You'll Fall In Love With

The energetic and electric atmosphere that encourages people to not only go to higher education schools, but also to live, work and play in Tempe.

Overview for Tempe, AZ

178,862 people live in Tempe, where the median age is 29.6 and the average individual income is $35,880. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

178,862

Total Population

29.6 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$35,880

Average individual Income

Around Tempe, AZ

There's plenty to do around Tempe, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

61

Somewhat Walkable

Walking Score

73

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

48

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wijaya House, Solstice Fitness - Mesa, and Revolutionary Health and Fitness.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Wijaya House page on Yelp Search 1706 E Warner Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	3.82 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Solstice Fitness - Mesa page on Yelp Search 2655 W Guadalupe Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.94 miles	27 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Revolutionary Health and Fitness page on Yelp Search 1301 E University Dr on Google Maps	Active	2.44 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Unfair Advantage Performance page on Yelp Search 2140 E 5th St on Google Maps	Active	3.4 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fitness Fusion page on Yelp Search 5018 S Price Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.25 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Martial Arts Academy Of Tang Soo Do Az page on Yelp Search 1700 E Elliot Rd on Google Maps	Active	2.8 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Anderson Entertainment page on Yelp	Nightlife	0.18 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Icolor Lash & Nails page on Yelp Search 3875 W Ray Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.97 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Blush and Glo Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 3514 N 24th St on Google Maps	Beauty	4.88 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Richard Burgmeier, MD page on Yelp Search 2177 E Warner Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.33 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Carrell Chiropractic Clinic page on Yelp Search 2741 W Southern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.64 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Put on a Rosie Face page on Yelp Search 4855 E Warner Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.81 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Olympic Haircutters page on Yelp Search 743 W University Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	2.53 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauty By Cindy page on Yelp Search 944 S Mill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.22 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Tempe, AZ

Population Households Employment

Tempe has 73,785 households, with an average household size of 2.27. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Tempe do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 178,862 people call Tempe home. The population density is 4,478.21 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

178,862

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

29.6

Median Age

53.18 / 46.82%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

73,785

Total Households

2.27

Average Household Size

$35,880

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Tempe, AZ

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Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Tempe. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Property Listings

Price

Living Area

Pending

MLS® 6777331

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Welcome to Temple

The Neighbors

What To Expect

What Not To Expect

The Lifestyle

You'll Fall In Love With

Overview for Tempe, AZ

178,862

29.6 years

High

$35,880

Around Tempe, AZ

61

Somewhat Walkable

73

Very Bikeable

48

Some Transit

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for Tempe, AZ

178,862

High

29.6

53.18 / 46.82%

73,785

2.27

$35,880

Schools in Tempe, AZ

Property Listings

$325,000

$7,000,000

$4,300,000

$4,250,000

$3,800,000

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