Is Fresno or Tucson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Tucson is safer than Fresno (Safety Score 9/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,903 per 100,000 versus 4,008 for Fresno — 3% lower. Fresno has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Tucson has a 36% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Fresno, CA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fresno | Tucson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,007.5 | 3,902.8 | +104.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 736.2 | 589.7 | +146.6 |
| Murder Rate | 5.9 | 6.7 | -0.9 |
| Rape Rate | 44.6 | 47.7 | -3.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 167.9 | 108.1 | +59.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 517.1 | 426.2 | +90.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,271.3 | 3,313.1 | -41.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 396.2 | 296.8 | +99.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,204.1 | 2,500.6 | -296.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 671.1 | 515.7 | +155.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fresno or Tucson safer?
Tucson is safer with a total crime rate of 3,903 per 100K vs 4,008 for Fresno — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fresno has a violent crime rate of 736.2 per 100K while Tucson has 589.7. Tucson has lower violent crime.
About Fresno, CA
Fresno, the "Raisin Capital of the World," is a Central Valley city with a diverse population exceeding 540,000. Its agricultural roots are deep, situated amidst fertile farmland and experiencing hot, dry summers. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 546,722, Fresno has a total crime rate of 4,007.5 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.