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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Hazel Gutierrez

The good and bad of living in Tempe

Hello, Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new...

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Henry Rivera

Best areas to explore in Tempe?

Just moved here 18 months ago and Average temperature is around 75°F, so it's warm year-round. Homes are going for about $421,900 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. TIA! It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Angel S.

What I wish I knew before living in Tempe

Hi all, With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? Appreciate any input. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The suburbs are where most families e...

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Maria W.

Is Tempe a good place to live?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $421,900, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 186K people. There's a growing tech scene which ...

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Madeline T.

How is Tempe for outdoor activities?

Hi all, You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Isabelle Bennett

Co-working spaces in Tempe?

Alright, With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Christian Jimenez

Best companies to work for in Tempe?

Hey folks, I'm retired and The median home value here is around $421,900, which is pretty steep. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Madeline T.

Housing market in Tempe right now

Curious what people think. I'm originally from Las Vegas and Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place. With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. Median household income is $77,643, which feels about average for the area. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested...

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Elizabeth Watson

Moving from Tampa to Tempe next month

I'm single, late 40s, and Average temperature is around 75°F, so it's warm year-round. Median household income is $77,643, which feels about average for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge...

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autumn_fan

Tempe is underrated, change my mind

First post here. We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. Worth the trade-offs? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

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Paisley

Most overrated things about Tempe

I relocated for work and Median household income is $77,643, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Madeline C.

Thinking about relocating to Tempe from Cincinnati

Longtime lurker here, I'm a 49-year-old physical therapist and Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoa...

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Christian Jimenez

Co-working spaces in Tempe?

First post here. My partner and I are Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Is this normal for Tempe?

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Raymond A.

Job hunting in Tempe — tips?

We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider — Tempe sits at 452.4 per 100K. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Thoughts? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food...

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Jean H.

Is Tempe a good place to retire?

My wife and I are planning to retire in the next few years. We're considering Tempe because of the outdoor activities. The weather is great — warm most of the year with an average of 75F. Cost of living looks pretty reasonable. How's the healthcare situation? Any retiree communities?

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Jean H.

Best coffee shops in Tempe?

Curious what people think. I'm originally from Sacramento and You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. Appreciate any input. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot ...

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Christian Jimenez

Best neighborhoods in Tempe

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs?

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Everly

Remote worker thinking about Tempe

Hey everyone, With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. Homes are going for about $421,900 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. Household incomes average around $77,643 in Tempe. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lo...

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Elizabeth Watson

What to expect moving to Tempe?

Hey folks, Median household income is $77,643, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Let me know your thoughts...

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Cora Reyes

Best kept secrets of Tempe, AZ

Hello, I'm originally from Denver and Homes are going for about $421,900 on average. Average temperature is around 75°F, so it's warm year-round. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Victoria Jimenez

Cost of living reality check — Tempe

Not sure if this has been asked before, but The median home value here is around $421,900, which is pretty steep.

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David Brooks

Things Tempe needs to improve

Hey folks, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 186K people. Homes are going for about $421,900 on average. Median household income is $77,643, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place....

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Clara H.

Affordable areas near Tempe?

First post here. I'm single, late 40s, and There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What do you all think?

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Josiah

Job hunting in Tempe — tips?

Hey everyone, I'm a 34-year-old data analyst and The unemployment rate is 4.0%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 186K people. You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. The median home value here is around $421,900, which is pretty steep. There's a growing tech sce...

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Sophia Hughes

Dog-friendly places in Tempe?

Alright, I'm retired and Household incomes average around $77,643 in Tempe. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Anyone in a similar situation? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. There...

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Isabelle Bennett

Is Tempe still affordable?

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $421,900 on average. Household incomes average around $77,643 in Tempe. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of ...

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Caleb C.

Best neighborhoods in Tempe

We have two kids and Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Mia Lee

Things Tempe needs to improve

Hello, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. Average temperature is around 75°F, so it's warm year-round. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if y...

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Elizabeth Watson

Best neighborhoods in Tempe

OK so Been living here since 2014. Poverty rate is 8.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 186K, Tempe is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,623 for rent here. The median home value here is around $421,900, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $1,623/month for a decent place. I...

6 replies 59 upvotes best-worst
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