Is Phoenix or Saginaw Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Saginaw Township is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 53/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 49% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Saginaw Township has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 40.7x 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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Saginaw Township — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix, AZ
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Phoenix | Saginaw Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 1,600.4 | +1,524.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 173.8 | +626.3 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 4.9 | +3.5 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 31.8 | +32.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 19.6 | +162.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 117.5 | +427.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 1,426.7 | +898.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 173.8 | +143.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 1,142.8 | +439.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 110.1 | +315.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Saginaw Township safer?
Saginaw Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Saginaw Township has 173.8. Saginaw Township 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 Saginaw Township, MI
Saginaw Township, a suburban area in Saginaw County, borders the City of Saginaw. It's home to the Saginaw Spirit OHL hockey team and has a population of around 40,000 residents. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 40,864, Saginaw Township has a total crime rate of 1,600.4 per 100,000 residents.