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Scottsdale vs Irvine: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Scottsdale has a crime rate of 20.2 per 1,000 residents vs Irvine's 11.6 per 1,000, making Irvine 43% safer overall. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade compared to Scottsdale's B-. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

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Scottsdale

Arizona

Overall GradeB-
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB-
Crime Rate20.2/1K
Percentile57%
B+

Irvine

California

Overall GradeB+
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB+
Crime Rate11.6/1K
Percentile78%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricScottsdaleIrvine
Overall Crime Rate20.2/1K11.6/1K
Violent Crime Rate120.060.0
Property Crime Rate1900.01100.0
Murder Rate1.80.9
Assault Rate99.542.6
Robbery Rate17.213.2
Burglary Rate326.4172.1
Theft Rate1416.3730.0
Vehicle Theft Rate374.3262.4

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, Scottsdale is safer in 0 and Irvine is safer in 9.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Scottsdale, you have a 1 in 50 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 86 in Irvine.

Full Safety Reports

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Scottsdale, Arizona Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
B+
Irvine, California Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Scottsdale vs Irvine

Scottsdale Climate Overview

Annual High86.7°F
Annual Low61.5°F
Annual Rain7.8"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthApril
Worst MonthJuly
Monthly Temperature
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ComfortableWarmHot

Irvine Climate Overview

Annual High74.6°F
Annual Low55.1°F
Annual Rain12.8"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months12
Best MonthJune
Worst MonthFebruary
Monthly Temperature
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Monthly Temperature Comparison

ScottsdaleIrvineHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Scottsdale is 22°F warmer in summer than Irvine, but Scottsdale is 4°F colder in winter than Irvine. Irvine is wetter with 13" of annual rain compared to 8". Irvine has more comfortable weather months (12 vs 6).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scottsdale safer than Irvine?
As of 2026, Irvine is 43% safer overall, with a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents compared to Scottsdale's 20.2. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade vs Scottsdale's B-. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Scottsdale or Irvine?
Scottsdale has more violent crime at 120 per 100,000 residents. Irvine is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Scottsdale vs Irvine?
Scottsdale has a crime rate of 20.2 per 1,000 (violent: 120/100K, property: 1900/100K). Irvine has 11.6 per 1,000 (violent: 60/100K, property: 1100/100K).
Should I move to Scottsdale or Irvine?
From a safety perspective, Irvine has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Scottsdale (pop. 243,006) and Irvine (pop. 318,764) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Irvine's B+ safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Scottsdale and Irvine compare for property crime?
Irvine has lower property crime at 1100 per 100K vs Scottsdale's 1900. 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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