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Phoenix vs Las Vegas: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Phoenix has a crime rate of 37.5 per 1,000 residents vs Las Vegas's 34 per 1,000, making Las Vegas 9% safer overall. Las Vegas earns a D+ safety grade compared to Phoenix's D. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

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Phoenix

Arizona

Overall GradeD
Violent CrimeC
Property CrimeD
Crime Rate37.5/1K
Percentile17%
D+

Las Vegas

Nevada

Overall GradeD+
Violent CrimeC-
Property CrimeC-
Crime Rate34/1K
Percentile23%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricPhoenixLas Vegas
Overall Crime Rate37.5/1K34/1K
Violent Crime Rate550.0600.0
Property Crime Rate3200.02800.0
Murder Rate8.09.2
Assault Rate436.3461.8
Robbery Rate120.279.7
Burglary Rate411.7422.6
Theft Rate2759.42154.0
Vehicle Theft Rate680.5565.6

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Category Winner Summary

Out of 9 crime categories, Phoenix is safer in 4 and Las Vegas is safer in 5.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Phoenix, you have a 1 in 27 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 29 in Las Vegas.

Full Safety Reports

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Phoenix, Arizona Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
D+
Las Vegas, Nevada Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Phoenix vs Las Vegas

Phoenix Climate Overview

Annual High86.8°F
Annual Low62.4°F
Annual Rain7.3"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthApril
Worst MonthJuly
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
J
J
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S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarmHot

Las Vegas Climate Overview

Annual High80.9°F
Annual Low57°F
Annual Rain4.6"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months5
Best MonthOctober
Worst MonthDecember
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
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J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarmHot

Monthly Temperature Comparison

PhoenixLas VegasHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Las Vegas is 6°F colder in winter than Phoenix. Phoenix has more comfortable weather months (6 vs 5).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phoenix safer than Las Vegas?
As of 2026, Las Vegas is 9% safer overall, with a crime rate of 34 per 1,000 residents compared to Phoenix's 37.5. Las Vegas earns a D+ safety grade vs Phoenix's D. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Phoenix or Las Vegas?
Las Vegas has more violent crime at 600 per 100,000 residents. Phoenix is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Phoenix vs Las Vegas?
Phoenix has a crime rate of 37.5 per 1,000 (violent: 550/100K, property: 3200/100K). Las Vegas has 34 per 1,000 (violent: 600/100K, property: 2800/100K).
Should I move to Phoenix or Las Vegas?
From a safety perspective, Las Vegas has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Phoenix (pop. 1,665,481) and Las Vegas (pop. 679,817) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Las Vegas's D+ safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Phoenix and Las Vegas compare for property crime?
Las Vegas has lower property crime at 2800 per 100K vs Phoenix's 3200. The national average is 1,832 per 100K. Theft is the most common property crime in both cities.

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2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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