Apache Junction, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Apache Junction Police Department serves the city of Apache Junction, AZ in Maricopa, Pinal County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,572 violent crimes and 3,808 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 171.1 per 100k residents, which is 61.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 110.0 per 100k, 32.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 7 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FRape
Grade BAggravated Assault
Grade FProperty Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BBurglary
Grade ALarceny
Grade BMotor Vehicle Theft
Grade ACrime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 171.1 | F | 2572 | 106.2 | +61.1% |
| Property Crime | 110.0 | B | 3808 | 163.6 | -32.8% |
| Rape | 2.4 | B | 85 | 3.5 | -31.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 53.8 | F | 527 | 22.3 | +141.6% |
| Burglary | 4.9 | A | 641 | 24.0 | -79.6% |
| Larceny | 90.4 | B | 2650 | 116.4 | -22.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 12.2 | A | 491 | 22.2 | -44.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Bisexual | 2 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert | 15 miles | B 74.7 | A 79.0 | Violent: 56.3% lower Property: 28.2% lower |
| Mesa | 17 miles | D 134.2 | B 141.1 | Violent: 21.6% lower Property: 28.3% higher |
| Chandler | 19 miles | B 73.3 | B 143.8 | Violent: 57.2% lower Property: 30.7% higher |
| Scottsdale | 22 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 62.6% lower Property: 68.7% higher |
| Paradise Valley | 24 miles | A 23.9 | B 119.4 | Violent: 86.0% lower Property: 8.5% higher |