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Tempe
Tempe is situated in the Maricopa County, Arizona, USA. This city is named after the Vale of Tempe in Greece. The city is located in the East Valley portion of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area.

Tempe is the location of US Airways' corporate headquarters. It is also home to the Arizona State University. Tempe is famous for hosting many sporting events. The city boasts places which are a combination of history and culture.

Tempe boasts the Diablo Stadium where you can watch spring training for pro baseball"s Anaheim Angels. Tempe is known for holding one of the country"s biggest New Year"s Eve parties and was once the host of the annual Tostitos Fiesta Bowl.

Population
According to the Census in 2005, the population of the city was estimated as 161,143 .The population density was 3,959.4 residents per square mile. Tempe is made up of primarily White non-Hispanic citizens (69.7%), followed by Hispanic (17.9%), Black (3.7%) and Native American (2.7%).

Both the Black and Hispanic populations are below state average. The crime index is high , but the number of registered sex offenders in this city is much smaller than the state and federal averages at a ratio of one in 5,371 residents.

Climate
Tempe is generally a hot place. The average high temperature in summer can reach 105 degrees. Winters are very mild, seldom below 40 degrees. Very little rain takes place with an annual recorded precipitation of 9.4 inches. Only 0.32% of the 40-square mile area is covered by water.

Tempe is flat, except for the Tempe Buttes. Part of the Salt River that runs through northern Tempe has been built into a dam to create Tempe Town Lake. Residents have a whole range of outdoor activities that include rock climbing, biking, hiking and tubing down the Salt River.

Economy
The average earnings pf residents are above state and national averages. Median household income was recorded as $42,361in the year 2000, and median family income at $55,237. The per capita income for the city was $22,406. Affordable housing can be found in Tempe.

The median house value of $132,100 in year 2000 is below the Arizona average. The average cost of new home construction has fluctuated from $206,100 in 2000 to as low as $116,600 in 2002.On average, renters were paying $715 monthly gross rent.

Education
Secondary EducationTempe is served by multiple school districts. Most of Tempe is within the Tempe Elementary School District and the Tempe Union High School District; however, other portions are served by the Kyrene School District (K-8), Scottsdale Unified School District (K-12), and Mesa Public Schools (K-12).

University Level
Tempe also contains one of the state's three major universities, Arizona State University, as well as the Maricopa County Community College District administrative offices.

Arizona State University
Located in the heart of Tempe, ASU is a key factor in it"s the lively, varied and progressive lifestyle. Started as a small teaching college in 1885, it has grown into the largest university in the nation, with several campuses spread throughout the metropolitan area.

The largest of these campuses is the Tempe ASU Campus, a square-mile center of knowledge and cultural experience. In Arizona State University full-time student enrollment tops 37,000 annually.

City Architecture
The Tempe city hosts some unusual architecture. One of the popular architectures is the Tempe City Hall, shaped like an inverted pyramid. This hall has become a popular tourist attraction for it is made of solar-bronzed glass and steel.

Business
The location of Tempe is central, thus making it an ideal place for business. The city has around 200 commercial, retail and industrial parks. It also has freeways in close proximity and the airport is nearby. Employees and customers can access their places of businesses easily. Tempe provides easy access through six freeways. It provides quick and convenient transportation system.

Business Parks
More than 70 office and industrial parks are available in Tempe. Some parks offer views of golf courses, Tempe Town Lake, Sun Devil Stadium and Tempe Diablo Stadium or amenities such as the use of Arizona State University facilities. Some locations offer freeway access and proximity to Sky Harbor International Airport

Commute
Air TrafficTempe travelers primarily use Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Located six miles outside the city, the airport offers intercontinental flights and stops in London, England and Hawaii. Sky Harbor International Airport is served by 18 major airlines and three commuter airlines. Nonstop service is available from Sky Harbor to 105 cities in the U.S. and around the world.

Bicycle
The City of Tempe has more than 150 miles of dedicated bikeways. The League of American Bicyclists recognized Tempe as a Bicycle Friendly Community, making Tempe one of the 14 best bicycling communities in the United States

Bus
Bus service in Tempe operates seven days a week. Most Tempe bus routes operate every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Outdoor Attractions
Tempe Town LakeThis lake provides a huge area for walking and boating. Many concerts and a variety of festivals are held at Tempe Town Lake, which is located in downtown Tempe, not far from Arizona State University. At night, the bridges illuminate like in a fairyland, glowing with lights.

Kiwanis Park Recreation Center
It is a beautiful 54,000 square foot complex that is owned and operated by the City of Tempe. The facility is located in the scenic 125 acre City of Tempe Kiwanis Park and offers a wide variety of family oriented activities to the public.

The center boasts fifteen lighted tennis courts, full size multi-use gymnasium, and Ramada and picnic areas in a park. The center has an indoor heated pool which is used for both lap swimming and Wave Swimming.

ASU Gammage
This theatre was designed by the famous Frank Lloyd Wright. The theatre many hosts international talent, Broadway shows and local entertainment. Whether you prefer contemporary art, live music from up and coming bands, art festivals, Broadway shows at Gammage Theatre or performance art, Tempe has it all.

ASU Mars Space Flight Facility
The facility supports the Thermal Emission Spectrometer experiment that was sent aboard the Mars Global Surveyor spacecraft when it launched in November 1996. The Mars facility has a visitor area with displays about Mars and a television tuned to NASA TV.

Cultural Services
Tempe has open public display of art.Tempe presents exhibitions featuring work of professional and student artists.

Arts Education
The Tempe's Cultural Services provides arts education classes to Tempe residents with the arts. By teaching basic skills in multiple art disciplines, the city has great awareness of arts events and many art related activities take place within the community.

Tempe Diablo Stadium Complex
This stadium was founded in 1968 and has gone expansion since then. The stadium overlooks the Gene Autry Field and the beautiful Marriott Buttes Resort. Not only is the complex one of the most striking facilities, it is one of the most accessible complexes in the Phoenix Metro area.

The complex is only a 10-minute drive to Sky Harbor International Airport, making it the ideal host for a variety of events, as well as the Spring Training home to Angels Baseball.

Festival of the Arts
There are massive twice yearly street fairs featuring arts and crafts from all over the country. These festivals hold carnival and street fairs with foods, beverages and live entertainment.

The Pyle Adult Recreation Center
It is a recreation facility for adults aged 18 and older. The center features a multi-purpose room with stage, instructional dance room, billiards room, card room, conference room and six meeting rooms.

A variety of activities and programs for seniors are held during the day. Classes and meetings are held throughout the day and evenings for all adults.

Shopping
There are numerous chains of super stores and related items all over the Tempe that give you a unique shopping experience. It takes all day to go through a variety of shopping malls. A lot of people just wander around and not recreate without even having to buy anything.

Conclusion
The City of Tempe Arizona gives a unique experience. The city offers good education and boasts the famous Arizona State University.

The Tempe Town Lake has a lively downtown which is home to more than 20,000 workers. Many art festivals, sporting events and musical concerts take place all year round making the city a happening place.