Crime Safety Grade

A-

Mesa, AZ Crime Rate

Lower crime than 67% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 36+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Mesa Safe?

With an overall crime index of 96, Mesa has a 4% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 287. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Las Sendas earning an A+ grade while Escobedo Historic District rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Mesa
96
Arizona Avg
117
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
96
4% below average
Violent Crime
87
13% below average
Property Crime
105
5% above average
Safe Areas
94%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Mesa

1 in 287

Property crime: 1 in 238

Where Is It Safe in Mesa?

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Mesa Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Burglary · 10% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 20% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 80 ▼ 20%
Assault Violent 97 ▼ 3%
Robbery Violent 85 ▼ 15%
Burglary Property 110 ▲ 10%
Larceny / Theft Property 106 ▲ 6%
Vehicle Theft Property 98 ▼ 2%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Mesa Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Cadence at Gateway A+ 12
2 Augusta Ranch A+ 27
3 Northgrove A+ 21
4 Eastmark A+ 2
5 Estate Groves & Valencia Estates A+ 8
6 Las Sendas A+ 28
7 Leisure World A+ 149
8 Sunland Village East A+ 154
9 Red Mountain Ranch A+ 79
10 Sunland Springs Village A+ 63
11 Fountain of the Sun A+ 157
12 Parkwood Ranch A+ 48
13 Encanto A+ 42
14 Alta Mesa A 74
15 Citrus A 49
16 Dobson Manor A 82
17 Apache Wells A 163
18 Sunland Village A 157
19 Superstition Springs A 68
20 The Groves A 86
21 Dreamland Villa A 158
22 Dobson Ranch A 84
23 Golden Hills A 112
24 Park of the Canals A 78
25 University Manor A 141
26 Lehi A 93
27 Santo Tomas Mesa A- 115
28 North Center Revitalization A- 103
29 North Center Street A- 100
30 Mesa Grande A- 121
31 Pepper Place A- 104
32 Nuestro B+ 104
33 Downtown Mesa B 180
34 R.A.I.L B- 143
35 Kleinman Park C+ 163
36 Escobedo Historic District C- 200

Mesa Crime by Zip Code

85212
A+ Index: 29
85215
A Index: 84
85209
A Index: 70
85207
A Index: 74
85205
A Index: 94
85206
A Index: 97
85208
A Index: 124
85213
A Index: 66
85204
A Index: 87
85203
A- Index: 89
85202
A- Index: 112
85210
A- Index: 117
85201
A- Index: 130

Mesa Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
508,918
Median Income
$61,640
Home Value
$236,548
Median Rent
$1,105
Home Ownership
62%

Racial Demographics

White
72.1%
Black
4.1%
Hispanic
27%
Asian
2.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Mesa?
Mesa has an overall crime index of 96, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in Mesa are rated A or B for safety.
Is Mesa safe to live in?
Mesa has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Mesa?
The safest neighborhoods in Mesa based on crime data include Las Sendas, Augusta Ranch, Cadence at Gateway, Estate Groves & Valencia Estates, and Eastmark. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Mesa crime compare to the national average?
Mesa's overall crime index is 96 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 4% lower than the typical US city.

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