Payson, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Payson Police Department serves the city of Payson, AZ in Gila County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,133 violent crimes and 1,514 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 137.0 per 100k residents, which is 29.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 89.4 per 100k, 45.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 3 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 Rate137.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,133 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate47.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents369 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate89.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,514 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents341 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate77.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,067 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 137.0 | D | 1133 | 106.2 | +29.0% |
| Property Crime | 89.4 | A | 1514 | 163.6 | -45.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 47.7 | F | 369 | 22.3 | +114.2% |
| Burglary | 11.9 | A | 341 | 24.0 | -50.4% |
| Larceny | 77.5 | B | 1067 | 116.4 | -33.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 3 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Other Religion | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayden | 43 miles | C 102.5 | F 512.3 | Violent: 25.2% lower Property: 473.2% higher |
| Sedona | 51 miles | B 71.1 | A 101.6 | Violent: 48.1% lower Property: 13.7% higher |
| Cottonwood | 52 miles | B 90.1 | C 172.6 | Violent: 34.3% lower Property: 93.1% higher |
| Scottsdale | 57 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 53.3% lower Property: 107.6% higher |
| Apache Junction | 58 miles | F 171.1 | B 110.0 | Violent: 24.8% higher Property: 23.0% higher |