Is Tucson, AZ Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Tucson, Arizona reported 1,829.40 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.65 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 722.43 per 100,000 above that reference, with 9,940 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tucson, Arizona reported 115.21 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.61 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 72.94 per 100,000 below that reference, with 626 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tucson, Arizona reported 306.25 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.33 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 76.69 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,664 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tucson, Arizona reported 223.98 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.16 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 30.98 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,217 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tucson, Arizona reported 45.83 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.95 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 2.41 per 100,000 below that reference, with 249 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Tucson, AZ has an adjusted safety score of 45.12 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Arizona. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Arizona workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 249 | 45.83 | 48.24 | 0.95× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 1664 | 306.25 | 229.56 |
1.33× national |
| Burglary | 626 | 115.21 | 188.15 | 0.61× national |
| Larceny-theft | 9940 | 1829.4 | 1106.97 |
1.65× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1217 | 223.98 | 193.0 |
1.16× national |
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What drives Tucson's safety score?
Tucson ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Arizona, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 543,348 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 46.91, while Community Order is lowest at 42.79. The 4.12-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1829.4 per 100,000 (1.65× the national rate). Burglary is lowest on the same relative basis at 115.21 per 100,000 (0.61× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Tucson, Arizona recorded 9,940 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 72.6% of the 13,696 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 249 robbery reports (1.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tucson, Arizona recorded 1,664 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 12.1% of the 13,696 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 249 robbery reports (1.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tucson, Arizona recorded 1,217 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 8.9% of the 13,696 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 249 robbery reports (1.8%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tucson, Arizona uses a reporting population of 543,348 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Tucson, Arizona has an adjusted score of 45.12 points out of 100 versus 41.06 in Mesa, Arizona, a difference of 4.06 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tucson ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Tucson, Arizona has an adjusted score of 45.12 points out of 100 versus 33.94 in Phoenix, Arizona, a difference of 11.18 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tucson ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tucson safe compared to other places in Arizona?
Tucson is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 45.12 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Arizona.
What is the crime rate in Tucson?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Tucson's safety rating?
Tucson's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 45.12 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Arizona. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Tucson?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Tucson?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.