Is Phoenix or Siloam Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Siloam Springs is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 45/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,851 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 41% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Siloam Springs has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 83.2x 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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Siloam Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Phoenix, AZ
Siloam Springs, AR
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Phoenix | Siloam Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 1,851.4 | +1,274.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 495.4 | +304.7 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 0.0 | +8.4 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 80.1 | -15.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 25.0 | +156.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 390.3 | +155.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 1,356.0 | +969.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 255.2 | +62.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 995.8 | +586.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 105.1 | +321.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Siloam Springs safer?
Siloam Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 1,851 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Siloam Springs has 495.4. Siloam Springs 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 Siloam Springs, AR
Siloam Springs, Arkansas, nestled in the Ozarks near the Oklahoma border, is home to John Brown University. This city in Benton County boasts a population of over 17,000 residents. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 19,985, Siloam Springs has a total crime rate of 1,851.4 per 100,000 residents.