Is Freeport or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Freeport is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 47/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,769 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 43% lower. Freeport has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Freeport has a 76% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 72.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Freeport — 5-Year Trend
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Freeport, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Freeport | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,769.5 | 3,125.4 | -1,355.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 362.6 | 800.0 | -437.4 |
| Murder Rate | 13.1 | 8.4 | +4.8 |
| Rape Rate | 78.6 | 64.3 | +14.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 43.7 | 181.6 | -137.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 227.2 | 545.3 | -318.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,406.9 | 2,325.3 | -918.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 402.0 | 317.2 | +84.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 913.1 | 1,582.1 | -669.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 91.8 | 426.0 | -334.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Freeport or Phoenix safer?
Freeport is safer with a total crime rate of 1,769 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Freeport has a violent crime rate of 362.6 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Freeport has lower violent crime.
About Freeport, IL
Freeport, "Pretzel City, USA," is a Stephenson County seat in northwest Illinois. Its historic downtown features the site of a Lincoln-Douglas debate, reflecting its agricultural roots. The city's population is around 23,000. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 22,888, Freeport has a total crime rate of 1,769.5 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.