Prescott, AZ Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Prescott Police Department serves the city of Prescott, AZ in Yavapai County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 4,696 violent crimes and 3,275 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 161.2 per 100k residents, which is 51.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 144.6 per 100k, 11.6% 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 DAnnual Rate161.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents4,696 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents783 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate144.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,275 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents619 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate130.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,466 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate6.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents169 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 161.2 | D | 4696 | 106.2 | +51.7% |
| Property Crime | 144.6 | B | 3275 | 163.6 | -11.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.7 | C | 783 | 22.3 | +2.1% |
| Burglary | 6.2 | A | 619 | 24.0 | -74.2% |
| Larceny | 130.2 | C | 2466 | 116.4 | +11.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6.2 | A | 169 | 22.2 | -72.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 9 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 2 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 4 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarkdale | 0 miles | A 39.7 | A 79.4 | Violent: 75.4% lower Property: 45.1% lower |
| Jerome | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Chino Valley | 0 miles | A 64.5 | A 14.3 | Violent: 60.0% lower Property: 90.1% lower |
| Camp Verde | 0 miles | D 151.6 | B 111.7 | Violent: 5.9% lower Property: 22.8% lower |
| Prescott Valley | 14 miles | C 107.6 | A 77.7 | Violent: 33.2% lower Property: 46.3% lower |