Quartzsite, AZ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Quartzsite Safe?
Yes — Quartzsite is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Quartzsite has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 474.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 474
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
45% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 95
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
43% lower than national average
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Quartzsite Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
34 | -66% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
64 | -36% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
38 | -62% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
29 | -71% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
49 | -51% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Quartzsite Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Quartzsite, AZ?
Quartzsite, AZ has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 474 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 95 chance for property crime. Quartzsite has lower crime than 96% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Quartzsite, AZ safe to live in?
Quartzsite is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Quartzsite is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Quartzsite?
The estimated violent crime rate in Quartzsite is 211.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 474 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.7 per 100K (66% below average); aggravated assault at 171.6 per 100K (36% below average); robbery at 28.0 per 100K (62% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Quartzsite?
The estimated property crime rate in Quartzsite is 1,047.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 43% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 95 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 169.0 per 100K (37% below average); larceny/theft at 723.7 per 100K (48% below average); vehicle theft at 154.7 per 100K (51% below average).
How does Quartzsite crime compare to the national average?
Quartzsite's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (36% below average), while rape is 71% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Quartzsite has lower crime than 96% of them.
Is Quartzsite safe to visit?
Quartzsite is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 43% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Quartzsite crime compare to the rest of Arizona?
Arizona as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Quartzsite's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Arizona city.
What type of crime is most common in Quartzsite?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Quartzsite, with an estimated rate of 723.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 48% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,047 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (211 per 100K) in Quartzsite, which is consistent with national trends.