Tempe

Tempe Frequently Asked Questions

Which school districts serve Tempe?

Tempe Elementary and Kyrene School District serve elementary and middle grades, depending on the address. Tempe Union High School District serves high school students. Confirm the assigned schools for each address.

Is Tempe a good place to buy a rental?

Demand near Arizona State University keeps rentals in steady use. Check HOA rules, city rental registration, and any short term rental limits before you buy.

How do people get around Tempe without a car?

Valley Metro Rail and the Tempe Streetcar run through the city, and Tempe has an extensive network of bike lanes and paths.

How close is Tempe to the airport?

Very close. Phoenix Sky Harbor is often 10 to 15 minutes from north and central Tempe.

What is there to do in Tempe?

Tempe Town Lake has paths, paddleboarding, and events. Mill Avenue has restaurants and shops, and Tempe Diablo Stadium hosts the Los Angeles Angels for spring training.

Overview for Tempe, AZ

186,419 people live in Tempe, where the median age is 29.9 and the average individual income is $42,371. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

186,419

Total Population

29.9 years

Median Age

High

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

$42,371

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.

63

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 Circle K, Nite Wings, and Cascadia Pizza.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Circle K page on Yelp Search 15 W Southern Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.56 miles	8 reviews	1.8/5 stars
Visit the Nite Wings page on Yelp Search 3134 S Mill Ave on Google Maps	Dining	0.7 miles	2 reviews	1/5 stars
Visit the Cascadia Pizza page on Yelp Search 1120 E Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.81 miles	51 reviews	4.4/5 stars
Visit the Kingdom Premiere page on Yelp Search 1628 E Southern Ave on Google Maps	Shopping	1.21 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Palmer Park page on Yelp Search 4500 S College Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.32 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Grecian Bodies page on Yelp Search 3400 S Mill Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.62 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Unique Brow AZ page on Yelp	Beauty	0.18 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the InkRiver Tattoo page on Yelp	Beauty	0.18 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Carlos' Mobile Fades page on Yelp	Beauty	0.42 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Ybk Tattoos page on Yelp	Beauty	0.42 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Ooh LaLa Lashes page on Yelp	Beauty	0.42 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Molly K Cuts & Color page on Yelp	Beauty	0.42 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Raw Beauty Lounge page on Yelp Search 105 East Southern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.49 miles	87 reviews	3.8/5 stars
Visit the NuTrends Nails & Spa page on Yelp Search 4427 S Rural Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.5 miles	124 reviews	4.1/5 stars
Visit the Medi Estetic page on Yelp Search 1050 ESouthern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.62 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Hefe Ladies page on Yelp Search 4685 S Ash Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.69 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Lunaria Head Spa page on Yelp Search 1130 W Grove Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.79 miles	7 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Babette Beautee page on Yelp Search 123 E Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.8 miles	15 reviews	3.9/5 stars
Visit the Timeless Creations Tattoo page on Yelp Search 123 E Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.8 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Re Beauty page on Yelp Search 107 E Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.82 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Massage by Myshell page on Yelp Search 405 W Southern Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.82 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Skincare Factory page on Yelp Search 5420 S Lakeshore Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	1.12 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Maganda Skin & Lash page on Yelp Search 2210 S Mill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.21 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Tempe, AZ

Population Households Employment

Tempe has 77,053 households, with an average household size of 2.28. 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. 186,419 people call Tempe home. The population density is 4,667 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

186,419

Total Population

High

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

29.9 years

Median Age

53 / 47%

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

77,053

Total Households

2.28

Average Household Size

$42,371

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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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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