Is Phoenix Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Phoenix

Safety rating

Moderate
2.9 /5

Women living in Phoenix consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.9 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.5 /5

Women living in Phoenix consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.

Violence rating

13.9%

On average 13.9% percentage of women in United States have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 12 experiences

Safety rating:

2.9/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.4/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

2.6/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.5/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.7/5A bit worried

How safe is Phoenix?

I always say it’s best to be aware of surroundings, but for the most part, during the day- Phoenix is safe in many parts! I would say to make sure to have a buddy if being out at night, as I don’t feel the most comfortable out at night.

Posted: June 5, 2025
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Depending on the area of the city you’re in, Phoenix is a pretty safe place. I feel safe being out at night in public places. I would eat out alone and go to events alone. Not sure I would try hiking or camping alone.but daytime adventures I would feel safe alone.

Posted: April 30, 2025
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Jessica

Jessica

Central city is safe for walking and enjoying the nightlife, very car dependent due to heat and distances. People are friendly and fun. Like all other US cities, we have a large homeless/houseless population. You encounter them in front of stores, public transit, etc. This tends to scare people as the homeless can be high on drugs or acting irrationally at times. But they tend to keep to themselves and not interact with other riders or walkers much. Safety changes in some suburban areas and can vary by streets. Would suggest some to stay away from 24st on East valley and 35th Ave on west side.

Posted: April 14, 2025
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in my experience phoenix is not a safe place to be as a woman i have been stalked i have friends who have been kidnapped raped when on a walk even my guy friends do not feel save walking alone in phoenix

Posted: February 22, 2025
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The area like Tempe is very safe there is south PHX that is a little sketchy. Scottsdale is the nicer area. Overall I don’t generally see a lot of crime. It’s pretty safe. You can walk at night and not feel scared

Posted: January 18, 2025
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I looooved Phoenix, but It's pretty dangerous imo. The public transport is horrible so you have to rent a car or rely on ubers😬 I would not recommended going solo, keep a friend with you, especially after dark.. But overall its a great city and absolutely worth the visit, just be careful!! ❤️

Posted: January 1, 2025
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Is Phoenix worth visiting?

Göksun

Göksun

Turkey

Solo travel

I went to work in arizona .ı work in girls scout camp. Also ı travel in arizona. I went antelope canyon and crand canyon it was amazing. horseshoe bend is the best place ı have seen in my life.if you came to travel in arizona absolutely must go to horseshoe bend

Posted: July 10, 2023
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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is Phoenix safe?

Women living in Phoenix consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.9 out of 5.

Is Phoenix safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Phoenix consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 2.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Phoenix?

Women living in Phoenix consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.