Moving from New Haven, CT to Phoenix, AZ?
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Is New Haven or Phoenix Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Phoenix is safer than New Haven (Safety Score 17/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,125 per 100,000 versus 4,123 for New Haven — 24% lower. New Haven has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Phoenix has a 35% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 12.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than New Haven, CT?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New Haven | Phoenix | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,123.3 | 3,125.4 | +998.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 536.3 | 800.0 | -263.8 |
| Murder Rate | 10.9 | 8.4 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 32.1 | 64.3 | -32.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 180.7 | 181.6 | -0.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 311.1 | 545.3 | -234.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,587.1 | 2,325.3 | +1,261.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 377.4 | 317.2 | +60.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,402.3 | 1,582.1 | +820.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 807.3 | 426.0 | +381.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from New Haven, CT to Phoenix, AZ?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is New Haven or Phoenix safer?
Phoenix is safer with a total crime rate of 3,125 per 100K vs 4,123 for New Haven — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New Haven has a violent crime rate of 536.3 per 100K while Phoenix has 800.0. New Haven has lower violent crime.
About New Haven, CT
Home to Yale University since 1701, New Haven is a coastal city in south-central Connecticut. Its diverse population is roughly 135,000 residents. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 137,243, New Haven has a total crime rate of 4,123.3 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.