Tempe has an energy and personality all its own, and that's one of the things I love most about it. Home to Arizona State University, Tempe blends a vibrant college-town atmosphere with established neighborhoods, a thriving business community, and an impressive variety of entertainment and recreation. There's always something happening around Mill Avenue, where restaurants, shops, live music, and local events bring a lively spirit to the downtown area. Tempe Town Lake is another favorite, offering scenic walking and biking paths, kayaking, paddleboarding, and beautiful views of the city skyline. And of course, there's iconic “A” Mountain, a reminder of Tempe's history right in the heart of downtown. What many people don't realize is how much variety Tempe offers beyond the university district, from charming mid-century homes and mature, tree-lined neighborhoods to contemporary condos and waterfront living. Its central location also provides convenient access to Phoenix, Scottsdale, and the rest of the East Valley. What I appreciate most about Tempe is its wonderful mix of history, culture, recreation, and urban energy. It's a city that always seems to have something new to discover.
191,712 people live in Tempe, where the median age is 31.6 and the average individual income is $41,918. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Tempe, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Connections Cafe, Salud Tequila, and Hobby Depot.
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| Dining · $ | 0.35 miles | 12 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.19 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.4 miles | 26 reviews | 4.5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.84 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.34 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.84 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Nightlife | 0.59 miles | 55 reviews | 4.1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.17 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.41 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.43 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.58 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.73 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.73 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.77 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.78 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.78 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.79 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.79 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.86 miles | 3 reviews | 2.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.04 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.22 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.27 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Tempe has 78,584 households, with an average household size of 2.3825. 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. 191,712 people call Tempe home. The population density is 4,909 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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