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
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 9
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 9
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
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 567
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