Is Lompoc or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lompoc is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 41/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,957 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 37% lower. Lompoc has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lompoc has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 39.0x 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 | Lompoc | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,957.4 | 3,125.4 | -1,168.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 499.9 | 800.0 | -300.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 8.4 | -8.4 |
| Rape Rate | 58.7 | 64.3 | -5.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 82.2 | 181.6 | -99.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 359.1 | 545.3 | -186.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,457.5 | 2,325.3 | -867.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 159.6 | 317.2 | -157.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 950.6 | 1,582.1 | -631.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 347.4 | 426.0 | -78.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lompoc or Phoenix safer?
Lompoc is safer with a total crime rate of 1,957 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lompoc has a violent crime rate of 499.9 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Lompoc has lower violent crime.
About Lompoc, CA
Lompoc, known as the "City of Arts and Flowers," is a small city in Santa Barbara County. Its economy has historically been tied to Vandenberg Space Force Base, located just west of the city. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 42,607, Lompoc has a total crime rate of 1,957.4 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.