Tempe

Tempe, Arizona Overview

Tempe scores 52.6/100 overall (C+), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Arizona — above the state composite of 44.7. Health is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Environment lags at 26/100.

Income & Employment in Tempe

Tempe’s median household income of $91,079 is 22% above the Arizona median of $74,568, and its 3% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.3%.

Safety in Tempe

Tempe reports 507.1 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 430 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 3607.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Tempe

Tempe has a cost of living index of 105.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $421,900. Median monthly rent is $1,623. Renters spend 21.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Tempe

Tempe’s adult obesity rate of 27.2% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.2%. Residents report an average of 16.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arizona ranks #33 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Tempe

Tempe has a high school graduation rate of 86.2%. The student-teacher ratio is 20.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $11,683. The city has 41 public schools serving 24,550 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Tempe

Summers in Tempe are hot, averaging 95°F. Summers average 95°F. Winters average 53.6°F. The area is arid, receiving only 9.3 inches of precipitation annually. 16.8% of workers in Tempe work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 17.9 minutes is notably short.

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