Tempe, AZ — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Maricopa County · Arizona
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Tempe based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
186,419
2023 ACS
Median Income
$77,643
2023
Median Home Value
$421,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,623
2023
Median Age
29.9
Unemployment
5.7%
Cost of Living Index
135.5
100 = national avg
Tempe is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, with a population of 186,419 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Tempe is one of the communities in Arizona.
The median household income in Tempe is $77,643, and the median home value is $421,900. The cost of living index is 135.5 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,623 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, and the median age is 29.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
186,419
Male
98,665
52.9%
Female
87,754
47.1%
Median Age
29.9
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
31.4%
High School or Higher
41.2%
Foreign Born
13.8%
Veterans
4.1%
Married
29.0%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.549
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
60.1%
Foreign Born
13.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
23.1%
43,081 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
76.9%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
178,774
English Only
76.5%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
21,775 speakers
Limited English
6.4%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
93.6%
Limited English Proficiency
6.4%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
7,642
4.1% of population
Disability Rate
19.8%
1,509 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$55,691
Unemployment Rate
8.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
6,575
86.0%
Female Veterans
1,067
14.0%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$55,691
Non-Veteran Income
$41,236
Difference
$14,455
35.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,509
Without Disability
6,133
Disability Rate
19.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
108,697
#1 Ancestry
German
12.5% (23,345)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
8.9% (16,505)
#3 Ancestry
English
8.8% (16,475)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
77,053
Family Households
35,891
46.6%
Married Couples
24,024
31.2%
Non-Family Households
41,162
53.4%
Single Mother Households
7,312
9.5%
Single Father Households
4,555
5.9%
Living Alone
24,171
31.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
23,767
In Married Couple
15,378
64.7%
With Single Mother
6,448
27.1%
With Single Father
1,941
8.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$102,789
Married Couple Income
$120,828
Single Mother Income
$57,157
Single Father Income
$71,971
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.2
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,009
Grandparents Responsible
702
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$77,643
+6% vs national
Per Capita Income
$42,371
+14% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.2%
+19% vs national
Gini Index
0.4414
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.7%
+9% vs national
SNAP Recipients
6.0%
of households
How Tempe Compares
Tempe vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Tempe is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Tempe, AZ has a median household income of $77,643, making it the 9,577th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher median household income than 66% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Tempe, AZ has a per capita income of $42,371, making it the 7,312th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher per capita income than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Tempe, AZ has a poverty rate of 16.2%, making it the 10,045th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher poverty rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Tempe, AZ has a unemployment rate of 5.7%, making it the 10,004th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher unemployment rate than 68% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Tempe. The median household income here is $77,643.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.7%
-25% vs AZ avg
Labor Force
115,877
Employed
109,197
Mean Commute
17 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
31.4%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
41.2%
of adults 25+
Median Age
29.9
Work from Home
19.4%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$129.6K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
135.5
100 = national avg
+35.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$59,599
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$140,871
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,583
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,839
per month
The median household income in Tempe, AZ is $77,643, which is 6.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $42,371. The poverty rate of 16.2% is lower than the AZ state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4414, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.7%, compared to the state average of 7.5%. The labor force is 115,877. 31.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 17 minutes, with 19.4% working from home. About 60.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 135.5, which is 35.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 183.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $59,599 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$497,500
Median List Price
$499,995
Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Days on Market
70
Active Inventory
398
Months of Supply
5.1
Balanced market
Zillow Home Value
$460,179
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,639
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
9.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
27.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
78
New Listings
174
Pending Sales
144
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$293
Median List $/SF
$314
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Tempe, AZ? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro area, home prices have risen 494.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 90.0%. The 10-year growth rate is 127.5%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 53.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 4.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ housing market rather than Tempe alone.
Metro area: Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Tempe vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Tempe is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Tempe, AZ has a median home value of $421,900, making it the 4,124th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher median home value than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Tempe, AZ has a median rent of $1,623, making it the 3,409th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher median rent than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Tempe, AZ has a price per square foot of $293, making it the 3,833rd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher price per square foot than 82% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Tempe, AZ has a rent burden of 25.1%, making it the 3,377th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Tempe has a higher rent burden than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$421,900
Median Rent
$1,623
Total Housing Units
84,664
Vacancy Rate
9.0%
Owner Occupied
41.6%
Renter Occupied
58.4%
Median Property Tax
$2,179
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,392
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,179
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
of home value
Median Home Value
$421,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,588
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,179) by the median home value ($421,900). In Tempe, AZ, this works out to an effective rate of 0.52%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Tempe, AZ is $497,500 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 70 days on the market. 9.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 5.1 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $293. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,639/month. About 41.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1983. There are 84,664 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,179. The effective tax rate is 0.52%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.70
per 1,000 residents
+81% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.94
per 1,000 residents
+68% vs national
Total Crimes
6,438
2024
Violent Clearance
43%
cases solved
Property Clearance
18%
cases solved
YoY Change
-7.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Tempe Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Tempe vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Tempe is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Tempe police solve 80% of murder cases but only 7% of rape cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 5 | 0.03 | 80.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 137 | 0.72 | 7.3% |
| Robbery | Violent | 127 | 0.66 | 43.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 631 | 3.30 | 50.1% |
| Burglary | Property | 640 | 3.34 | 11.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 4,321 | 22.58 | 20.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 577 | 3.02 | 9.0% |
Tempe, AZ reported 900 violent crimes and 5,538 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.70 per 1,000 residents is 80.9% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 43% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 4,321 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 38.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 900 | 5,538 | 4.70 | 28.94 |
| 2023 | 953 | 6,716 | 5.07 | 35.70 |
| 2022 | 1,103 | 8,173 | 5.88 | 43.60 |
| 2021 | 0 | 4 | 0.00 | 0.02 |
| 2020 | 1,100 | 7,124 | 5.50 | 35.63 |
| 2019 | 891 | 7,420 | 4.53 | 37.76 |
| 2018 | 913 | 7,802 | 4.84 | 41.38 |
| 2017 | 884 | 7,669 | 4.75 | 41.21 |
| 2016 | 903 | 8,144 | 5.05 | 45.59 |
| 2015 | 721 | 7,642 | 4.11 | 43.53 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
27.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
18.0
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
26
Public Assistance
$63.6M
Individual Assistance
$8.6M
Most Common Type
Fire
11 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder View Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| Rose Fire → | Fire | Jun 2024 | — | — |
| Diamond Fire → | Fire | Jun 2023 | — | — |
| Avondale Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Aquila Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Bush Fire → | Fire | Jun 2020 | — | — |
| Ocotillo Fire → | Fire | May 2020 | — | — |
| East Desert Fire → | Fire | May 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Apr 2020 | $56.9M | $7.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Nov 2014 | $4.6M | — |
| Severe Winter Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Mar 2010 | $31K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $610K | — |
| Az-wildfire (edge Complex) 07-22-2005 → | Fire | Jul 2005 | — | — |
| Cave Creek Fire Complex → | Fire | Jun 2005 | — | — |
| Az-bobby Fire-06-08-2005 → | Fire | Jun 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Apr 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm(s) | Feb 2005 | $202K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2000 | $1.3M | — |
| Severe Storms, Flooding, High Winds → | Severe Storm | Oct 1999 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 32 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
2,630
Total Claims Paid
$26,058,639
Avg Claim Payout
$9,908
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
18
Federal Funding
$4,967,220
Properties Protected
27
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.10
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 3 | $2,289,612 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges); 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 2 | $0 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $131,806 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 2 | $28,600 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Tempe has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, wildfire, hail. The area has had 26 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is fire (11 declarations). 2,630 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $63,637,667 in public assistance recovery funding. $8,623,699 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 18 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
27.2%
8.9pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
7.2%
4.7pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.7%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
30.1%
Arthritis
16.8%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
9.0%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
34.6%
Lack of Support
25.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
26.5%
Mobility
8.5%
Cognitive
14.5%
Hearing
5.3%
Vision
4.3%
Self-Care
2.5%
Independent Living
6.8%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Tempe has an obesity rate of 27.2%, which is 8.9pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 10.7% of adults lack health insurance. 69.6% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.6 mi
Aurora Behavioral Healthcare-T...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Behavioral Healthcare-Tempe | 1.6 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Banner Desert Medical Center | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Chandler Regional Medical Center | 5.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Valleywise Health Medical Center | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | — |
| Arizona Orthopedic And Surgical Specialty Hospital | 6.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Pop. Served
167,062
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| TEMPE CITY OF | 165,000 | 0 |
| BERNEIL WATER COMPANY | 1,388 | 0 |
| PICACHO PEAK RV RESORT | 400 | 1 |
| ADVANCE MHP | 175 | 0 |
| SIGNAL PEAK WATER COMPANY | 99 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
6
Total CO₂e
1.0M MT
Top Emitter
Kyrene Generating Station
485.3K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Kyrene Generating Station Salt River Project Agricultural Improvement & Power District | Power Plants | 485,283 |
Ocotillo Power Plant Pinnacle West Capital Corp | Power Plants | 327,235 |
Microchip Technology Inc. Microchip Technology Inc | Other | 77,657 |
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY Arizona State University | Other | 63,883 |
UNITED DAIRYMEN OF ARIZONA - DAIRY United Dairymen Of Arizona | Other | 41,284 |
Salt River Project - T & D Equipment Uns Energy Corp | Other | 31,118 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 5 water systems serving the area. 1 water quality violation has been reported in the past 5 years. 6 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 1.0M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
17 min
-26% vs national
Drive Alone
60.6%
-23% vs national
Public Transit
3.3%
+267% vs national
Work From Home
19.4%
+109% vs national
Carpool
8.1%
Walk / Bike
6.3%
combined
How Tempe's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
35
2023
6-Year Avg
22
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
6
Cyclist
2
Nighttime
15
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 33 | 35 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 2022 | 19 | 19 | 0 | 7 | 2 |
| 2021 | 22 | 24 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| 2020 | 17 | 17 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 14 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 | 22 | 22 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Tempe, AZ is 17 minutes, which is 26.5% below the national average of 23 minutes. 60.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 19.4% work from home, which is above the AZ state average of 11.0%. Public transit is used by 3.3% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 8.1% of workers carpool. 3.9% walk to work. 2.4% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 35 traffic fatalities from 33 fatal crashes. 6 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
93.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
81.3%
of households
No Internet
3.0%
of households
Total Households
77,053
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.3%
of households
Smartphone
95.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
90.2%
of households
Tablet
68.2%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
12.2¢
per kWh
-9% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-20% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$160
residential
+13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
13% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Arizona averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $160. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Tempe vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
5
Population Served
167,062
Violations (5yr)
1
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEMPE CITY OF | Community | Surface water | 165,000 | 0 |
| BERNEIL WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 1,388 | 0 |
| PICACHO PEAK RV RESORT | Community | Purchased ground water | 400 | 1 |
| ADVANCE MHP | Community | Purchased surface water | 175 | 0 |
| SIGNAL PEAK WATER COMPANY | Community | Purchased ground water | 99 | 0 |
93.8% of households in Tempe have broadband internet access. 81.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 9.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 3.0% of households have no internet access. 5.2% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 5 water systems, providing water to 167,062 people. A total of 1 water quality violation has been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Tempe is located in Maricopa County, AZ. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Tempe.
Election Overview
Source: Maricopa County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
980,016
47.7%
GOP Votes
1,051,531
51.2%
Total Votes
2,053,945
Margin
R+3.5%
Shift from 2020
R+5.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 980,016 | 1,051,531 | 2,053,945 | 47.7% | 51.2% | R+3.5 |
| 2020 | 1,040,774 | 995,665 | 2,069,475 | 50.3% | 48.1% | D+2.2 |
| 2016 | 549,040 | 590,465 | 1,201,934 | 45.7% | 49.1% | R+3.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Maricopa County recorded 2,053,945 total votes. Republicans won the county with 51.2% of the vote compared to 47.7% for Democrats, a margin of R+3.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+5.7pp from the previous election.
Public Records Request
Source: tempe.govSubmit a public records request to Tempe — Uses JustFOIA portal..
Source: tempe.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
831
Total Assets
$4.6B
Total Income
$2.8B
Per 10K Residents
44.6
nonprofits
+3.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
79
Median Assets
$212K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $3.8B of $4.6B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Tempe
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTempe, AZ has 831 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $4.6B. The most common category is Education, with 140 organizations. 79 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 44.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2,507
Total Approved
$1.1B
Jobs Supported
34,372
Per 10K Residents
134.5
SBA loans
+49.1% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
191
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
358 loans
Top Industry
Professional & Technical Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2,217
Total Amount
$924.8M
Avg Loan
$417,120
Median Loan
$187,500
SBA Guaranteed
$682.8M(74%)
Jobs Supported
29,503
Loans
290
Total Amount
$209.4M
Avg Loan
$721,921
Median Loan
$528,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
333
13% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$258.1M
23% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$775,051
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jay Sagar Llc | 2 | $7.6M |
| Dedicated Staging Llc | 3 | $6.2M |
| J.a.r. Capital Group Inc. | 2 | $5.8M |
| Acb Properties, Llc | 1 | $5.4M |
| Tempe Lodging Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Kb Phx Airport Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Cactus Materials Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Firebird Investment Co. Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Av Concepts Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| 1875 E. University Owner Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
Tempe, AZ has received 2,507 SBA loans totaling $1.1B in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 2,217 loans (88% of the total), supporting 29,503 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 290 loans totaling $209.4M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Professional & Technical Services. The most active SBA lender in Tempe is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 358 loans. That works out to 134.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
30
Total Population
1,077,883
Avg Median Income
-$22,144,498
Avg Home Value
-$21,816,816
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85003 | 10,155 | $56,672 | $577,700 | $1,258 | 1.9 |
| 85004 | 11,178 | $71,250 | $365,500 | $1,759 | 2.0 |
| 85006 | 22,081 | $60,742 | $376,600 | $1,168 | 4.0 |
| 85007 | 13,555 | $55,833 | $447,000 | $1,079 | 4.6 |
| 85008 | 60,499 | $61,369 | $323,600 | $1,300 | 10.2 |
| 85018 | 38,268 | $87,637 | $805,800 | $1,411 | 15.1 |
| 85026 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.2 |
| 85034 | 4,825 | $53,545 | $397,400 | $1,205 | 11.6 |
| 85040 | 33,325 | $57,890 | $294,800 | $1,193 | 10.1 |
| 85042 | 45,575 | $86,837 | $353,400 | $1,495 | 19.4 |
| 85044 | 40,419 | $96,374 | $437,400 | $1,798 | 16.5 |
| 85048 | 34,113 | $123,198 | $538,500 | $1,995 | 10.1 |
| 85201 | 52,484 | $63,725 | $292,600 | $1,349 | 9.4 |
| 85202 | 39,292 | $66,582 | $334,200 | $1,431 | 6.2 |
| 85203 | 37,435 | $72,851 | $388,300 | $1,388 | 9.3 |
| 85204 | 65,018 | $69,474 | $296,000 | $1,426 | 9.9 |
| 85210 | 39,941 | $59,680 | $301,600 | $1,383 | 6.7 |
| 85224 | 48,304 | $90,886 | $391,000 | $1,785 | 9.4 |
| 85225 | 73,316 | $86,036 | $386,800 | $1,662 | 12.7 |
| 85226 | 40,974 | $103,740 | $452,400 | $1,785 | 38.5 |
| 85233 | 37,841 | $105,154 | $468,600 | $1,895 | 9.7 |
| 85250 | 14,904 | $89,133 | $507,500 | $1,762 | 8.4 |
| 85251 | 39,976 | $89,151 | $500,700 | $1,771 | 7.2 |
| 85256 | 3,768 | $51,469 | $132,400 | $561 | 34.2 |
| 85257 | 29,055 | $79,828 | $453,200 | $1,812 | 6.9 |
| 85281 | 70,726 | $59,084 | $364,200 | $1,531 | 13.3 |
| 85282 | 54,501 | $79,084 | $370,000 | $1,627 | 11.1 |
| 85283 | 46,789 | $81,073 | $409,800 | $1,669 | 8.8 |
| 85284 | 19,696 | $154,663 | $646,300 | $2,162 | 7.8 |
| 85286 | 49,870 | $118,759 | $548,900 | $2,031 | 15.9 |
Tempe, AZ has 30 ZIP codes with a combined population of 1,077,883. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$22,144,498. The average median home value is -$21,816,816. The average median monthly rent is -$22,220,732.
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