Is Huntersville or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Huntersville is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 56/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,507 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 52% lower. Huntersville has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Huntersville has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 25.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Huntersville — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Huntersville | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,507.2 | 3,125.4 | -1,618.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 143.0 | 800.0 | -657.1 |
| Murder Rate | 1.5 | 8.4 | -6.8 |
| Rape Rate | 18.3 | 64.3 | -46.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.8 | 181.6 | -161.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 103.4 | 545.3 | -441.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,364.2 | 2,325.3 | -961.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 252.5 | 317.2 | -64.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 953.6 | 1,582.1 | -628.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 158.2 | 426.0 | -267.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Huntersville or Phoenix safer?
Huntersville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,507 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Huntersville has a violent crime rate of 143.0 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Huntersville has lower violent crime.
About Huntersville, NC
Huntersville, a large suburban town north of Charlotte, was once a significant cotton processing center. Its population has grown rapidly in recent decades, now exceeding 60,000 residents. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 65,752, Huntersville has a total crime rate of 1,507.2 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.