Report Reveals Mohave County as a Rising Crime Hotspot

By Matthew Holloway |

A recent analysis of FBI crime data reveals Mohave County ranks as the most crime-afflicted area in Arizona. Conducted by Suzuki Law, the study evaluated crime rates based on the number of incidents per 100,000 residents across various counties.

The findings highlighted Mohave County with a total crime score of 99.54. The county experiences a monthly average property crime rate of 167.9 per 100,000 residents, significantly surpassing the state average of 76.1 by approximately 121%. Additionally, its violent crime rate stands at 108.5, approximately 74% above the state’s average of 62.2.

Following closely, Pima County takes second place with a total crime score of 88.27. Its property crime rate of 168.2 per 100,000 is the highest in the state. The violent crime rate here is also concerning, recorded at 83.7, which is about 35% higher than the statewide average.

Yuma County occupies the third spot, showcasing a crime score of 86.86. It reports a monthly property crime rate of 124.0 per 100,000, nearly 63% above the state average. Notably, Yuma has the highest violent crime rate in Arizona at 109.3, approximately 76% higher than the statewide average.

La Paz County is ranked fourth with a crime score of 79.43, reporting a property crime rate of 140.5 per 100,000 and a violent crime rate of 82.3, both above state averages. Maricopa County, although the most populous, ranked fifth, with a property crime rate of 105.6 per 100,000 and a violent crime rate of 71.3.

Notably absent from the top ten rankings are Pinal, Apache, Graham, Navajo, and Santa Cruz Counties. The full list of the top ten counties is as follows:

1. Mohave County — 99.54

2. Pima County — 88.27

3. Yuma County — 86.86

4. La Paz County — 79.43

5. Maricopa County — 63.99

6. Gila County — 61.62

7. Yavapai County — 54.10

8. Cochise County — 46.21

9. Greenlee County — 43.20

10. Coconino County — 39.08

A spokesperson for Suzuki Law underscored the urgent need for enhanced safety measures. “Property crimes are prevalent in areas like Mohave, Pima, and Yuma. This data signals a critical need for focused law enforcement and policy intervention,” they stated.

The firm advocates for proactive security installations, claiming that home security systems can reduce burglary risks by up to 60%. They also stress the importance of personal vigilance and community initiatives, such as neighborhood watch programs, which have shown to decrease crime rates by 16% in participating regions.

The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office was approached for comment regarding the report, but did not respond by the time of publication.

Matthew Holloway is a reporter for AZ Free News. Follow him on X for his latest stories, or email tips to Matthew@azfreenews.com.