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Tempe, AZ
Tempe · Maricopa County · AZ 85281
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$334K
Median Price
51/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
17 min
to Downtown Phoenix, AZ
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
D+Walkability
51/100
WYLT Score58/100
Our Take
Tempe offers good proximity to ASU and downtown, but its median income is low compared to the median home price, making ownership tough. Renters find a strong market, yet the heat, dust, and occasional extreme weather can be a headache.
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The Good
- ✓High renter occupancy (21,734 units), making it a solid rental market
- ✓Excellent bike infrastructure (Bike Score 80)
- ✓Close to downtown Phoenix (17‑minute commute)
- ✓Diverse population and strong educational options
Real Talk
- !Median household income ($55k) is low relative to median home price ($333k) – buying is hard
- !Summer temperatures and dust can make living uncomfortable
- !Occasional extreme weather events like microbursts can damage property
- !Traffic congestion near major arteries can increase commute times
- $Higher property taxes in Arizona
- $Insurance costs can rise after extreme weather events
- $Utility bills (air conditioning) are high in summer
Best For
college studentsyoung professionalsremote workersbudget-conscious renters
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Tempe, AZ
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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