Is El Paso or Mesa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, El Paso is safer than Mesa (Safety Score 47/100 vs 42/100), with a total crime rate of 1,773 per 100,000 versus 1,948 for Mesa — 9% lower. El Paso has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where El Paso has a 42% lower rate.
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El Paso, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | El Paso | Mesa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,773.0 | 1,947.9 | -174.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 279.0 | 483.3 | -204.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.0 | 2.7 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 0.6 | 44.2 | -43.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.1 | 50.2 | -13.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 237.8 | 385.5 | -147.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,494.0 | 1,464.6 | +29.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 140.2 | 187.7 | -47.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,072.4 | 1,078.5 | -6.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 281.4 | 198.4 | +82.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Paso or Mesa safer?
El Paso is safer with a total crime rate of 1,773 per 100K vs 1,948 for Mesa — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Paso has a violent crime rate of 279.0 per 100K while Mesa has 483.3. El Paso has lower violent crime.
About El Paso, TX
Nestled at the base of the Franklin Mountains, El Paso is a large border city with a rich Tejano heritage. Its unique position makes it the largest binational metropolitan area in the Western Hemisphere, boasting a vibrant blend of American and Mexican cultures. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 678,860, El Paso has a total crime rate of 1,773.0 per 100,000 residents.
About Mesa, AZ
Mesa, Arizona, a sprawling Sonoran Desert city, is home to a significant proportion of the state's Mormon population, reflecting its early agricultural settlements. It's the most populous city in the East Valley, bordering Tempe to the west. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 513,585, Mesa has a total crime rate of 1,947.9 per 100,000 residents.