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Crime in Surprise summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Surprise. Key points include:
There were 1,607 total crimes in Surprise in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Surprise is 984.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Surprise is 109.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Surprise is 875.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Surprise is -53.54% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Surprise Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Surprise / 100k People |
Arizona / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,607 | 984.7 | 2,214.0 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 178 | 109.1 | 421.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 12 | 7.4 | 4.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 18 | 11.0 | 64.6 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 121 | 74.1 | 312.4 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,429 | 875.6 | 1,792.1 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 154 | 94.4 | 217.8 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,113 | 682.0 | 1,329.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 162 | 99.3 | 244.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Surprise summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Surprise. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Arizona. Key points include:
The cost of living in Surprise is 114 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Surprise is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Surprise is $422,473.
The median income in Surprise is $96,711.
Surprise's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Surprise Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Surprise | Arizona | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 114 | 100 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 101 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 146 | 97 | 100 |
| Housing | 104 | 104 | 100 |
| Transportation | 116 | 113 | 100 |
| Utilities | 101 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Surprise, AZ Weather
The average high in Surprise is 85.8° and the average low is 58.1°.
There are 20.6 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 9.3 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Surprise |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 85.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 58.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 20.6 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 9.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Surprise, AZ Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Surprise
Like every state, Arizona has its good and it's bad areas. Crime wise, I would rate it low, there's not a whole lot of crime that goes on, there is drug addicts and some rude people here, your not going to get shot or mugged, at most you'll get flipped off by someone in traffic. The schools are ok at best, Arizona does not have the best schools, but if your wanting to get through school there is not a whole lot of challenges here. There is not a whole lot to do, no famous shopping centers or Arizona only restaurants. If you like the desert then you'll love here, if you are expecting something amazing to happen then it's definitely not in Arizona.
Honestly nothing stands out here. The only thing arizona is truly known for is the Grand Canyon and the heat. Traffic isn't to bad, nothing like LA or NY, but there is definitely certain times of the day you don't want to be on the road.
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Surprise Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Surprise
The current population in Surprise is 154,948. The population has increased 49.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 154,948 | 3.6% |
| 2023 | 149,519 | 2.7% |
| 2022 | 145,591 | 2.6% |
| 2021 | 141,875 | 2.1% |
| 2020 | 139,007 | 2.6% |
| 2019 | 135,450 | 1.9% |
| 2018 | 132,904 | 2.6% |
| 2017 | 129,534 | 1.6% |
| 2016 | 127,492 | 3.0% |
| 2015 | 123,813 | 1.8% |
| 2014 | 121,648 | 2.4% |
| 2013 | 118,784 | 3.3% |
| 2012 | 115,007 | 4.5% |
| 2011 | 110,097 | 6.1% |
| 2010 | 103,767 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Surprise
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Surprise is:
65.8% White with 102,013 White residents.
4.3% African American with 6,708 African American residents.
0.5% American Indian with 818 American Indian residents.
2.4% Asian with 3,780 Asian residents.
0.3% Hawaiian with 540 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 1,144 Other residents.
5.8% Two Or More with 9,032 Two Or More residents.
20.0% Hispanic with 30,913 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Surprise | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 65.8% | 52.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 4.3% | 4.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.5% | 3.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.4% | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 5.8% | 4.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 20.0% | 31.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Surprise
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Surprise is 52.5% female with 81,370 female residents.
Surprise is 47.5% male with 73,578 male residents.
| Gender | Surprise | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Surprise for adults over 25
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1.0% of adults in Surprise completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Surprise completed 9-12th grade.
25.0% of adults in Surprise completed high school / ged.
27.0% of adults in Surprise completed some college.
12.0% of adults in Surprise completed associate's degree.
19.0% of adults in Surprise completed bachelor's degree.
9.0% of adults in Surprise completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Surprise completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Surprise completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Surprise | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 25.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 27.0% | 23.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19.0% | 20.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Surprise, Arizona
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3.6% of households in Surprise earn Less than $10,000.
1.3% of households in Surprise earn $10,000 to $14,999.
3.8% of households in Surprise earn $15,000 to $24,999.
4.0% of households in Surprise earn $25,000 to $34,999.
7.7% of households in Surprise earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.9% of households in Surprise earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.8% of households in Surprise earn $75,000 to $99,999.
25.8% of households in Surprise earn $100,000 to $149,999.
11.1% of households in Surprise earn $150,000 to $199,999.
10.9% of households in Surprise earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Surprise | AZ | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.6% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.3% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 3.8% | 5.8% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 4.0% | 6.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.7% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.9% | 16.5% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.8% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 25.8% | 18.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.1% | 9.4% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 10.9% | 11.6% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
