Somerton, AZ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 67% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Somerton Safe?
Yes — Somerton has good safety overall
A city with below-average crime rates, though some neighborhoods may differ.
Somerton has a crime rate that is 33% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 374.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 374
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
30% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 35
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
56% higher than national average
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Somerton 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
|
102 | +2% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
156 | +56% | Moderate | |
|
Rape
|
122 | +22% | Moderate | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
83 | -17% | Average | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
153 | +53% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
152 | +52% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Somerton Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Somerton, AZ?
Somerton, AZ has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 33% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 374 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 35 chance for property crime. Somerton has lower crime than 67% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Somerton, AZ safe to live in?
Somerton is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Somerton is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Somerton?
The estimated violent crime rate in Somerton is 267.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 30% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 374 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.1 per 100K (2% above average); aggravated assault at 106.0 per 100K (60% below average); robbery at 115.1 per 100K (56% above average).
What is the property crime rate in Somerton?
The estimated property crime rate in Somerton is 2,857.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 56% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 35 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 223.0 per 100K (17% below average); larceny/theft at 2,149.3 per 100K (53% above average); vehicle theft at 484.9 per 100K (52% above average).
How does Somerton crime compare to the national average?
Somerton's overall crime rate is 33% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (56% above average), while assault is 60% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Somerton has lower crime than 67% of them.
Is Somerton safe to visit?
Somerton is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 56% above 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 Somerton crime compare to the rest of Arizona?
Arizona as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Somerton's crime rate is 33% below the national average, making it safer the typical Arizona city.
What type of crime is most common in Somerton?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Somerton, with an estimated rate of 2,149.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 53% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,857 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (267 per 100K) in Somerton, which is consistent with national trends.