Tempe

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.

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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 Y-Vi's Artisan Sweets, Malincho - Phoenix, and NB Taekwondo & Fitness Center.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Y-Vi's Artisan Sweets page on Yelp	Dining	0.19 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Malincho - Phoenix page on Yelp Search 4101 E University Dr on Google Maps	Dining	4.24 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the NB Taekwondo & Fitness Center page on Yelp Search 2015 N Dobson Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.82 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Glowing Soul Wellness page on Yelp	Active	0.42 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Prime Training Facility page on Yelp Search 1290 N Scottsdale Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.8 miles	6 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 Fitness Road/Solid Solution page on Yelp Search 209 E Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.75 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Glam Lounge Artists page on Yelp	Beauty	2.9 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lavish Beauty RN page on Yelp Search 1712 E Guadalupe Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.96 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Lash & Skin Lab page on Yelp Search 9020 S McClintock Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	4.01 miles	6 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

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73,785

Total Households

2.27

Average Household Size

$35,880

Average individual Income

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15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Tempe, AZ

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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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