Tempe, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tempe Police Department serves the city of Tempe, AZ in Maricopa County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 17,062 violent crimes and 29,600 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 177.5 per 100k residents, which is 67.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 262.0 per 100k, 60.2% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 48 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 FAnnual Rate177.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents17,062 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade AAnnual Rate1.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents600 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade CAnnual Rate6.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents758 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate30.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,653 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate262.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents29,600 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate27.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents3,568 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate206.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents23,140 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate26.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,797 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 177.5 | F | 17062 | 106.2 | +67.1% |
| Property Crime | 262.0 | F | 29600 | 163.6 | +60.2% |
| Rape | 1.6 | A | 600 | 3.5 | -55.0% |
| Robbery | 6.9 | C | 758 | 5.8 | +18.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 30.8 | D | 2653 | 22.3 | +38.5% |
| Burglary | 27.1 | C | 3568 | 24.0 | +12.8% |
| Larceny | 206.2 | F | 23140 | 116.4 | +77.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 26.6 | C | 2797 | 22.2 | +19.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 48 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 3 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Jewish | 9 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 8 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 14 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale | 0 miles | D 137.1 | D 197.5 | Violent: 22.8% lower Property: 24.6% lower |
| El Mirage | 0 miles | C 100.0 | B 111.1 | Violent: 43.7% lower Property: 57.6% lower |
| Peoria | 0 miles | C 110.5 | C 158.3 | Violent: 37.7% lower Property: 39.6% lower |
| Surprise | 0 miles | A 47.7 | A 79.7 | Violent: 73.1% lower Property: 69.6% lower |
| Buckeye | 5 miles | A 66.9 | A 55.3 | Violent: 62.3% lower Property: 78.9% lower |