Tempe is a city located in Maricopa County, Arizona, with a population of 190,889 as of 2023. The city has a median household income of $84,400 and a poverty rate of 18.24%. The median rental cost is not available, but the median house value is $414,600. The average age of residents is 29.6 years, with 46.5% of residents over the age of 25 holding a bachelor's degree and 18% holding a doctorate.
Tempe is home to several colleges and universities, including Arizona State University, the most innovative university for four years running. The city employs more than 200,000 people and is a net importer of jobs. Tempe is the only city in Arizona with border-to-border light rail, which connects to regional buses and the airport. The city has several points of interest, including Tempe Town Lake, Papago Park, and the Tempe Center for the Arts.