Maricopa, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Maricopa Police Department serves the city of Maricopa, AZ in Pinal County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,187 violent crimes and 2,751 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 81.0 per 100k residents, which is 23.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 65.4 per 100k, 60.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 9 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate81.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,187 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents539 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate65.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,751 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents278 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate52.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,186 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents277 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 81.0 | B | 2187 | 106.2 | -23.7% |
| Property Crime | 65.4 | A | 2751 | 163.6 | -60.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.9 | B | 539 | 22.3 | -10.6% |
| Burglary | 2.8 | A | 278 | 24.0 | -88.2% |
| Larceny | 52.6 | A | 2186 | 116.4 | -54.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.9 | A | 277 | 22.2 | -55.1% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-American Indian or Alaska Native | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence | 0 miles | B 71.2 | A 29.3 | Violent: 12.2% lower Property: 55.2% lower |
| Kearny | 0 miles | B 92.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 13.8% higher Property: N/A |
| Mammoth | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 89.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 36.2% higher |
| Coolidge | 10 miles | A 59.0 | B 144.9 | Violent: 27.1% lower Property: 121.6% higher |
| Eloy | 16 miles | A 56.3 | A 61.9 | Violent: 30.5% lower Property: 5.3% lower |