Chandler, AZ

U.S. News Ratings
Population 250,819
Crime Rate High
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Climate

Residents of Chandler experience more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Geography

The city is located southeast of downtown Phoenix.

Cultural Attractions

The Chandler Center for the Arts is the city’s destination for the fine arts, and Chandler Fashion Center has more than 180 restaurants and stores.

Recreation

Among Chandler’s recreational facilities are a number of water parks, like the Hamilton Aquatic Center, and several traditional parks with tennis, hiking, swimming, and year-round ice skating.

Economy

The city is home to businesses like Intel, Motorola, and Toyota Financial Services.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
250,819
Population under 55:
84.3%
Population over 55:
15.7%

City Detail

Crime rate:
High
Closest large city:
Mesa

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
88°F July High, 24°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$57,115
Median home price:
$180,712
Average property tax:
$144

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
8.3%
Average
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
47
Middle schools:
18
High schools:
13

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
9
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
9

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
2/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
39/3
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
45/3

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
567

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