Is Anchorage or Tucson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Anchorage is safer than Tucson (Safety Score 10/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 3,781 per 100,000 versus 3,903 for Tucson — 3% lower. Anchorage has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Tucson has a 42% lower rate.
Anchorage — 5-Year Trend
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Tucson — 5-Year Trend
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Anchorage, AK
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Anchorage | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,781.4 | 3,902.8 | -121.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,015.5 | 589.7 | +425.8 |
| Murder Rate | 9.4 | 6.7 | +2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 161.0 | 47.7 | +113.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 166.9 | 108.1 | +58.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 677.5 | 426.2 | +251.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,765.9 | 3,313.1 | -547.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.1 | 296.8 | +20.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,025.7 | 2,500.6 | -474.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 423.1 | 515.7 | -92.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anchorage or Tucson safer?
Anchorage is safer with a total crime rate of 3,781 per 100K vs 3,903 for Tucson — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Anchorage has a violent crime rate of 1,015.5 per 100K while Tucson has 589.7. Tucson has lower violent crime.
About Anchorage, AK
Anchorage, Alaska's largest city, is nestled between the Chugach Mountains and Cook Inlet. This geographically isolated hub, home to over 40% of Alaska's population, famously rebuilt after the devastating 1964 earthquake. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 286,958, Anchorage has a total crime rate of 3,781.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Tucson, AZ
Tucson, a Sonoran Desert city in southern Arizona, is known for its vibrant Mexican-American heritage and the University of Arizona. Over half a million people reside here, nestled among five mountain ranges. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 548,789, Tucson has a total crime rate of 3,902.8 per 100,000 residents.