Yarnell, AZ Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 92% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Yarnell Safe?
Yes — Yarnell is safe overall
A safe city with below-average crime, though safety varies by neighborhood.
Yarnell has a crime rate that is 49% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 561.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 561
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
53% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 222
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
75% lower than national average
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Yarnell 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
|
40 | -60% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
17 | -83% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Yarnell Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Yarnell, AZ?
Yarnell, AZ has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 49% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 561 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 222 chance for property crime. Yarnell has lower crime than 92% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Yarnell, AZ safe to live in?
Yarnell 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 Yarnell is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Yarnell?
The estimated violent crime rate in Yarnell is 178.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 53% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 561 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.0 per 100K (60% below average); aggravated assault at 134.2 per 100K (50% below average); robbery at 30.1 per 100K (59% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Yarnell?
The estimated property crime rate in Yarnell is 451.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 75% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 222 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 129.0 per 100K (52% below average); larceny/theft at 268.1 per 100K (81% below average); vehicle theft at 53.9 per 100K (83% below average).
How does Yarnell crime compare to the national average?
Yarnell's overall crime rate is 49% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is assault (50% below average), while vehicle theft is 83% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Yarnell has lower crime than 92% of them.
Is Yarnell safe to visit?
Yarnell is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 75% 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 Yarnell crime compare to the rest of Arizona?
Arizona as a whole has crime that is 17% above the national average. Yarnell's crime rate is 49% below the national average, making it safer the typical Arizona city.
What type of crime is most common in Yarnell?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Yarnell, with an estimated rate of 268.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 81% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (451 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (178 per 100K) in Yarnell, which is consistent with national trends.