Is Mountain View or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mountain View is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 18/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 3,080 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 1% lower. Mountain View has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mountain View has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 20.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Mountain View — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Mountain View | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,080.0 | 3,125.4 | -45.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 306.9 | 800.0 | -493.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 8.4 | -8.4 |
| Rape Rate | 46.7 | 64.3 | -17.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 55.2 | 181.6 | -126.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.0 | 545.3 | -340.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,773.1 | 2,325.3 | +447.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 494.7 | 317.2 | +177.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,046.4 | 1,582.1 | +464.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 232.0 | 426.0 | -194.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mountain View or Phoenix safer?
Mountain View is safer with a total crime rate of 3,080 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Mountain View has a violent crime rate of 306.9 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. Mountain View has lower violent crime.
About Mountain View, CA
Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains foothills, Mountain View is a Silicon Valley hub and home to Google's headquarters. It was also the site of the first successful commercial radio station, KQW, in 1909. The city boasts a diverse population of over 80,000 residents. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 81,461, Mountain View has a total crime rate of 3,080.0 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.