Mesa, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Mesa Police Department serves the city of Mesa, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 35,567 violent crimes and 47,335 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 134.2 per 100k residents, which is 26.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 141.1 per 100k, 13.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 62 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 DAnnual Rate134.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents35,567 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade AAnnual Rate0.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate2.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,345 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents1,684 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents7,450 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate141.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents47,335 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents6,638 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate99.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents35,129 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents5,406 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 134.2 | D | 35567 | 106.2 | +26.3% |
| Property Crime | 141.1 | B | 47335 | 163.6 | -13.7% |
| Homicide | 0.2 | A | 111 | 0.5 | -64.3% |
| Rape | 2.1 | A | 1345 | 3.5 | -39.8% |
| Robbery | 2.9 | A | 1684 | 5.8 | -50.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.8 | D | 7450 | 22.3 | +38.5% |
| Burglary | 16.9 | B | 6638 | 24.0 | -29.8% |
| Larceny | 99.8 | B | 35129 | 116.4 | -14.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.9 | C | 5406 | 22.2 | +3.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 62 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 2 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 5 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 4 |
| Anti-Transgender | 2 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 30 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 2 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert | 7 miles | B 74.7 | A 79.0 | Violent: 44.3% lower Property: 44.0% lower |
| Chandler | 8 miles | B 73.3 | B 143.8 | Violent: 45.4% lower Property: 1.9% higher |
| Paradise Valley | 10 miles | A 23.9 | B 119.4 | Violent: 82.2% lower Property: 15.4% lower |
| Scottsdale | 11 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 52.3% lower Property: 31.5% higher |
| Phoenix | 14 miles | D 166.9 | D 206.4 | Violent: 24.4% higher Property: 46.2% higher |