Phoenix, AZ Crime


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Phoenix, Arizona has been struggling with high rates of crime in recent years. According to , the city's violent crime rate sits at a staggering 37.5, well above the national average of 22.7. This means that individuals living in Phoenix are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and murder. Additionally, the property crime rate in Phoenix is 52.8, which is significantly higher than the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the crime in Phoenix, making it a major issue that needs to be addressed by local authorities and community members. It is important for individuals to be aware of these statistics and take necessary precautions to stay safe in the city.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Phoenix violent crime is 37.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Phoenix property crime is 52.8. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Phoenix, AZ Crime History
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Year Violent Murder Rape Robbery Assault Property Burglary Larceny Auto
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Glendale, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock62019
Paradise Valley, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock82019
Tolleson, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock112019
Youngtown, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132010
Tempe, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132019
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Mesa, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock232019
Tucson, AZ  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock1182019
Las Vegas, NV  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock2592019
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   Visualize the relationship between violent and property crime in similar size cities.

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Reviews for Phoenix
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Over 1 years ago

As someone that has worked in Phoenix for close to 20 years now. There is great areas to eat at, great opportunities for premium small businesses to set up shop and even  More

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Over 1 years ago

Phoenix is a city of potential and definitely has a bad reputation that is not completely deserved all throughout the city itself. There is tons of things to do, places  More

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Phoenix has tons of the best places to shop and eat at bar none due to it being the big city. Downtown is definitely underrated. There also is some nice new developments  More

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