MOST Dangerous Places in Arizona 2024

Seems like the entire country is plagued by the drug addiction problem.

my daughter is a nurse and lives in a very expensive high rise condo in downtown phoenix...she was just a short distance from home in the middle of the day, when two men ran up behind her, pushing her to the ground...knocked out her two front teeth and stole her purse...less than a month later, same time of day, she was attacked by a man who punched her and spit in her face...that time the cops apprehended him but the other two were never caught...neither incident was provoked

Maryvale definitely needs to be on the list. Tempe has a huge homeless problem but far from worthy of the 'top 10' in terms of dangerousness.

I lived in Sunnyslope from 10 yrs old until I graduated high school and it sucked...and now it's even worse. Everyone is called a "sloper" that lives there and yes, the drugs are making our entire Phoenix area worse...I hate going into the main central phoenix area now. I'm a delivery driver and the difference is staggering between there and Scottsdale. Every time I go into Phoenix there are SO MANY homeless people now. I live in N. Phoenix now, about maybe 3-5 miles or so from central phoenix and it's a little better than living there, but the homeless encampments are starting to pop up in the neighborhood behind our gated community (it's a retirement community basically, I'm just allowed to live there w/my mom)...things are just getting worse everywhere, our country is falling apart.

Winslow girl here. I'm disappointed that you took one isolated incident in our town and decided it was dangerous here. Three dudes yelling at your car one time? C'mon man.

I’ve lived in Tucson, Glendale, Phoenix, Peoria, Flagstaff, Oro Valley, and now Prescott Valley. I like seasons, and hate the heat, so Prescott Valley and Flagstaff are my top two. Oro Valley would be my 3rd, because of the awesome mountain views, low crime, better roads, hiking, less traffic, etc.

You are correct re: South Tucson. Watch your back....and front. I Always carry.

I've been going back-and-forth between Arizona and Colorado for the past 4 years. I'm ultimately choosing to settle in arizona and this video is confirming that decision. I don't think people realize it, but colorado is a lot worse and, As you were listing cities, I was just thinking to myself, "I am certainly not afraid of Arizona." 😂 Freaking love AZ!

I have lived in Yuma for over 40 years. Have never felt unsafe. Yes, all towns have their spots, but Yuma and Arizona, in general, are safe.

I lived in Tempe for 36 years. Have taken the light rail numerous times. Tempe is safe from my experience. Light rail is great. Yes some people riding are homeless but they are not bad people. Usually mind their business. It is fine to ride please use it if able or when needed. Tempe is fine and at night just be aware of surroundings in certain areas. Certain pockets are very dark. Crime is everywhere and possible at any time. Again just stay safe, aware and mindful. Love AZ ❤️

Conceal Carry is a gun right in Arizona. No permit needed.

Situational awareness is beneficial to exercise.

I have lived in Tucson for 20 years now and I will honestly say the homeless situation has gotten horrendously worse as well as parts of town I wouldn't like to particularly be in although I'm a nurse and I travel all over in the daytime. There really isn't any place in town I'd want to be after dark other than in my home. Hoping to leave the state in the next few years for rural Missouri.

Please do not confuse South Tucson with Tucson. South Tucson was formed as a reaction to fears that being annexed by Tucson would lead to higher taxes. South Tucson was incorporated as a separate city in 1936. Property owners gathered at Yell-O-Inn auto court to vote the town into existence. The City of South Tucson covers an area of about 1.2 square miles and is completely surrounded by the City of Tucson, Arizona. I've lived in midtown Tucson for the last 12 years and feel safe even though there are patches of exceptions. Our homeless population is present but only in small clusters around town. Our homeless task force works hard to get them off the streets and washes into a safer situation...but they have to want the help. I love ❤ living in Tucson, 'cept during the summer when the temps are triple digits way too many consecutive days.

I've lived in AZ for 50 plus years and grew up in Tempe. I've lived the past 10 years in Mesa. I am surprised that Tempe was on this list. And as far as walking around in certain places after dark, I don't believe that is the best idea no matter where you are. In all my years here I have not yet been a victim of any crime. I hope that my luck will continue, but all in all I think most of AZ is just as good as anywhere else except for the hot temps.

I'm a retired L4 security guy and security planer. Every part of a city, in every state, is dangerous. I would encourage everyone to take some situational awareness classes. It can save your life and that of someone you love. Very good video. Thanks!

I'm in Flagstaff and I am grateful for this gem of a town hidden in the forest. I cam watch AZ family and see the crime on a daily basis occurring in Phoenix area. Aside from the crime, Arizona is the most beautiful state I've ever resided in and there are also so many wonderful humans here❤

I left Arizona in 1982 and am now doubly glad I made that decision.

When was the last time you were anywhere near the US/Mexico border, sir? With all due respect, most of the places you’ve mentioned here are low key compared to the current situation down here in the border counties. Talk to Sheriff Dannels of Cochise County. He’s often given people ride alongs to explain the situation down here. It’s not safe to drive on our roads anymore. Nope, things aren’t nice.

We spent 6 days in Arizona last summer and Kingman definitely made us feel a little uncomfortable. Mainly the locals. All the other places we visited in AZ from Winzlow to Flagstaff to Phoenix to Tucson to Tombstone the locals were so nice. Especially in Winslow and Flagstaff.