Below Average · Population: 500,000
Mesa, Arizona is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 49/100. The violent crime rate of 276.4 per 100K is near the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 500,000, Mesa reported 1,382 violent crimes and 18,938 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 10.2 per 100K |
| Rape | 35.3 per 100K |
| Robbery | 70.8 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 160.1 per 100K |
| Burglary | 568.5 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,656.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 562.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,382 |
| Property Crimes | 18,937 |
| Total Crimes | 20,319 |
With a safety score of 49/100, Mesa has higher crime rates than the national average. Property crime accounts for 93% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.