Is Minot or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Minot is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 49/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,722 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 45% lower. Minot has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Minot has a 75% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 35.3x 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 | Minot | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,721.9 | 3,125.4 | -1,403.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 318.9 | 800.0 | -481.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.1 | 8.4 | -6.2 |
| Rape Rate | 53.2 | 64.3 | -11.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.6 | 181.6 | -137.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 219.0 | 545.3 | -326.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,403.0 | 2,325.3 | -922.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 240.2 | 317.2 | -77.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 939.6 | 1,582.1 | -642.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 223.2 | 426.0 | -202.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minot or Phoenix safer?
Minot is safer with a total crime rate of 1,722 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Minot has a violent crime rate of 318.9 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Minot has lower violent crime.
About Minot, ND
Minot, home to the Scandinavian Heritage Park, sits in northern North Dakota. This city of about 48,000 residents is a regional hub near the Canadian border. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 47,041, Minot has a total crime rate of 1,721.9 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.