City vs city
Tempe, AZ vs Mesa, AZ
| Tempe | Mesa | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 186,419 | 507,478 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 3.0% | 0.8% |
| Median home value | $421,900 | $364,300 |
| Median rent | $1,623 | $1,478 |
| Household income | $77,643 | $78,779 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 29% | 21% |
| State crime /100k | 1,923 | 1,923 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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