Tempe, AZ
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 168,488 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
The city is located in the desert landscape of the Southwest, surrounded by the saguaro cactus and the community favorite Tempe Town Lake on the Salt River.
Cultural Attractions
The Arizona State University Life Science Center has elaborate reptile displays, including all 18 sub-species of Arizona native rattlesnakes.
Recreation
Tempe is home to Sun Devil Stadium, home field for the Arizona State University football team, and the annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl Classic.
Historical
Arizona State University was founded in 1885 as a site for the Territorial Normal School, which trained teachers for Arizona's schools; it was not until 1958 that it became a university.
Economy
Tempe offers a business-friendly environment and is home to the corporate offices of JPMorgan, Chase, Motorola, and U.S. Airways, among others.
| Population [details] | 168,488 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 77.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 751.85 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 41.40% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 53.78 °F/27.87 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 92.15 °F/64.8 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 15.20 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 156 |
| Cost of living [details] | 101.2 |
| State sales tax | 5.60% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Phoenix (8.46 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | PHOENIX SKY HARBOR INTERNATIONAL (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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