Is Phoenix or Pleasant Prairie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Pleasant Prairie is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 60/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,392 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 55% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Pleasant Prairie has a 92% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 75.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Phoenix — 5-Year Trend
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Pleasant Prairie — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix, AZ
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Phoenix | Pleasant Prairie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 1,392.1 | +1,733.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 313.9 | +486.1 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 9.1 | -0.7 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 9.1 | +55.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 13.7 | +168.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 282.1 | +263.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 1,078.2 | +1,247.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 54.6 | +262.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 973.6 | +608.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 50.0 | +376.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Pleasant Prairie safer?
Pleasant Prairie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,392 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Pleasant Prairie has 313.9. Pleasant Prairie has lower violent crime.
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.
About Pleasant Prairie, WI
Pleasant Prairie, a southeastern Wisconsin village, blends suburban development with natural areas near Lake Michigan. Once primarily agricultural, it's now home to roughly 20,000 residents and a significant commercial presence. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 21,981, Pleasant Prairie has a total crime rate of 1,392.1 per 100,000 residents.