Is Phoenix or Prattville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prattville is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 37/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,117 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 32% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Prattville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 41.8x 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 | Phoenix | Prattville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 2,117.1 | +1,008.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 226.0 | +574.0 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 0.0 | +8.4 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 17.6 | +46.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 25.1 | +156.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 183.3 | +362.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 1,891.1 | +434.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 135.6 | +181.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 1,629.9 | -47.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 125.6 | +300.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Prattville safer?
Prattville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,117 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Prattville has 226.0. Prattville 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 Prattville, AL
Prattville, "The Fountain City," is a Central Alabama city with a rich manufacturing history, founded by industrialist Daniel Pratt. Located just north of Montgomery, it serves as the county seat of Autauga County, with a population exceeding 37,000. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 39,818, Prattville has a total crime rate of 2,117.1 per 100,000 residents.