Phoenix, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Phoenix Police Department serves the city of Phoenix, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 148,980 violent crimes and 196,780 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 166.9 per 100k residents, which is 57.2% above the national average. Property crime averages 206.4 per 100k, 26.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. 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 Rate166.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents148,980 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate1.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents726 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents4,401 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents12,485 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate41.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents34,385 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate206.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents196,780 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate30.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents28,833 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate129.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents135,507 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate44.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents31,502 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 166.9 | D | 148980 | 106.2 | +57.2% |
| Property Crime | 206.4 | D | 196780 | 163.6 | +26.1% |
| Homicide | 1.4 | F | 726 | 0.5 | +159.0% |
| Rape | 4.8 | D | 4401 | 3.5 | +36.3% |
| Robbery | 16.0 | F | 12485 | 5.8 | +175.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.3 | F | 34385 | 22.3 | +85.3% |
| Burglary | 30.6 | D | 28833 | 24.0 | +27.6% |
| Larceny | 129.5 | C | 135507 | 116.4 | +11.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 44.9 | F | 31502 | 22.2 | +102.3% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 745 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Male | 1 |
| Anti-Asian | 11 |
| Anti-White | 56 |
| Anti-Female | 19 |
| Anti-Jewish | 50 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 76 |
| Anti-Transgender | 20 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 4 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 17 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 7 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 97 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 2 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 3 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 14 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 322 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 4 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 13 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 27 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendale | 8 miles | F 186.8 | D 241.2 | Violent: 11.9% higher Property: 16.9% higher |
| Paradise Valley | 10 miles | A 23.9 | B 119.4 | Violent: 85.7% lower Property: 42.2% lower |
| Tolleson | 11 miles | F 191.6 | F 478.9 | Violent: 14.8% higher Property: 132.1% higher |
| Scottsdale | 14 miles | A 64.0 | C 185.5 | Violent: 61.6% lower Property: 10.1% lower |
| Mesa | 14 miles | D 134.2 | B 141.1 | Violent: 19.6% lower Property: 31.6% lower |