Tempe
United States, North America
0.2M people
America/Phoenix
English
College Town
Desert City
Tempe
Tempe is a city in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. It's known for its vibrant college town atmosphere, proximity to Phoenix, and sunny climate.
Suburban
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
95
Living costs
Very Expensive
Healthcare
85
Medical
Excellent
35°
L: 20°
Best time to visitOctober
Annual rainfall
200mmCost of Living
95
Overall Cost
Very Expensive
88
Rent Index
Very Expensive
92
Groceries
Very Expensive
90
Restaurants
Very Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
3 Bedroom
$2,200
City center
Cost vs Global Average45% higher
Quality of LifeMedium expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Very Good
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
85
Outstanding
Excellent85
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
80
Excellent
Excellent80
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
99
Outstanding
Excellent99
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
75
Excellent
Good75
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 70/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 85/100
Entertainment
80/100 entertainment options
Location
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Work & EconomyNomad Friendly🌐
AVERAGE
$60K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
20
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
80
out of 100
Excellent80
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
88
out of 100
Excellent88
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
85
Excellent
Excellent85
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
90
Expensive
Bad90
System Overview
System Type
Private
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
79
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent93
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability98/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
85
Health Index
LIFESPAN
79
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
70
Good
Good70
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$50
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
50
Fair
Nearby Airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
50 Index
Average50
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$50
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
10
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
85
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
75
Good
Major Universities
Arizona State University
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
78
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
70
Good70
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
85
Excellent85
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
80
Excellent80
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
70
Good70
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
99
Excellent99
Language Barrier
Low
10
Bad10
Expat Community
Community Size
Medium
Integration Score
75
Good75
Digital Nomad GuideNomad Friendly
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
20
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure90/100
Visa Process90/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$60,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$60/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply
Business Freedom88/100
Expat Life & Integration
Medium Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease75/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 10/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency99/100
Cultural Diversity70/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Outdoor activities, restaurants, bars
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/Phoenix
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Private
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary, 15-20%
Weekend Culture
Outdoor activities, restaurants, bars
Best Time to Visit
October
November
March
April
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply
Key Statistics
0.2M
Population
95
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.5K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$60K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
—
🥂 Dinner for 2
—
🥪 Fast Food Meal
—
🍻 Beer (0.5L)
—
☕ Cappuccino
—
🥤 Coke (0.5L)
—
🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
—
🎟️ Monthly Pass
—
🚕 Taxi (8km)
—
⛽ Gas (1L)
—
🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
—
🏡 1BR Outside
—
🏙️ 3BR City Center
—
🏡 3BR Outside
—
🔌 Utilities (1 person)
—
🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
—
🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
—
🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
—
🍚 Rice (1kg)
—
🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
—
🧀 Cheese (1kg)
—
🐔 Chicken (1kg)
—
🥩 Beef (1kg)
—
🍏 Apples (1kg)
—
💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
—
🎫 Cinema Ticket
—
👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
—
💇 Haircut
—
👖 Jeans
—
👟 Sneakers
—
👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
Arizona State University
Nearby location
Airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Nearby location
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