Is Arlington or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Arlington is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 21/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,896 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 7% lower. Arlington has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Arlington has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 4.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Arlington | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,896.4 | 3,125.4 | -229.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 483.7 | 800.0 | -316.3 |
| Murder Rate | 4.3 | 8.4 | -4.1 |
| Rape Rate | 71.3 | 64.3 | +7.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 60.0 | 181.6 | -121.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 347.4 | 545.3 | -198.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,412.7 | 2,325.3 | +87.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 263.9 | 317.2 | -53.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,737.7 | 1,582.1 | +155.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 411.2 | 426.0 | -14.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arlington or Phoenix safer?
Arlington is safer with a total crime rate of 2,896 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Arlington has a violent crime rate of 483.7 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Arlington has lower violent crime.
About Arlington, TX
Arlington, Texas, a large city in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, is home to AT&T Stadium and Six Flags Over Texas. It is the largest city in the state without a major public transit system. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 399,840, Arlington has a total crime rate of 2,896.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, the "Valley of the Sun," is a sprawling desert metropolis with a rich Native American heritage, including the Hohokam people. It's the fifth-largest city in the United States by population, experiencing rapid growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 1,662,809, Phoenix has a total crime rate of 3,125.4 per 100,000 residents.