Hugo, OK Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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29%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

30%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

29%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Hugo_{/100k people}	Oklahoma_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	156	n/a (estimate)	2,991	2,752	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	6.7	6.3
Rape	1	n/a	19.2	57.5	40.0
Robbery	3	n/a	57.5	40.6	66.1
Assault	21	n/a	402.7	314.8	268.2
Violent crime	25	n/a (estimate)	479	420	370
Burglary	36	n/a	690.3	482.6	269.8
Theft	80	n/a	1,534.0	1,535.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	15	n/a	287.6	314.0	282.7
Property crime	131	n/a (estimate)	2,512	2,332	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Hugo, OK

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Hugo crime rate is 28.7% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Hugo, there were 25 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 479 per 100,000 individuals, 29.6% higher than the national average. Additionally, Hugo recorded 131 property crimes, amounting to 2512 per 100,000 residents, 28.5% higher than the U.S. average.

Hugo showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

Is Hugo a Safe Place to Live?

Is Hugo a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Hugo has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 29%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.43 daily incidents, encompassing 0.07 violent crimes and 0.36 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Hugo as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Hugo Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Hugo has decreased by 43.5%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Hugo, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 45.7%, while property crime has decreased by 43%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Hugo is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Hugo

Highly populated regions typically encompass expansive urban hubs teeming with diverse economic prospects. Within these areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, giving rise to enclaves of poverty amid affluence. Communities marked by economic disparities may contend with heightened property crimes, and in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, regions characterized by low population density often exhibit lower Hugo crime rates. For instance, in Hugo, the population density stands at 811 people per square mile, diverging from the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Hugo, the cost of living is 22.62% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

High rent costs can create economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When a significant portion of one's income is spent on housing, there may be less money available for other essential needs such as food, healthcare and education. Economic stress can contribute to desperation and potentially lead individuals to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Average rent rates in Hugo are $544, compared to a national average of $949 per month.

Hugo crime map

The Hugo crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Hugo as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Hugo crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Hugo crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Hugo crime rates are 29% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Hugo are 30% higher than the national average
In Hugo you have a 1 in 34 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Hugo is safer than 18% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Hugo has decreased by 45%

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Daily Crime In Hugo (per 100,000 people)

The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Hugo on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Oklahoma and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Hugo (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Oklahoma, are 1.09 times more than the state average and 1.29 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Hugo on a daily basis are 1.14 times more than than Oklahoma average and 1.30 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Hugo are 1.08 times more than the daily state average and 1.29 times more than the daily national numbers.

How Safe is Hugo (higher is better)

What are the odds that you'll be safer in Hugo, Oklahoma compared to other areas of Oklahoma, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Hugo safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Hugo is safer than 14% of Oklahoma cities, and 18% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Oklahoma, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Hugo. At this time, Hugo sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Hugo

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Hugo is 1 in 209

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Hugo is 1 in 40

The chance of being a victim of crime in Hugo is 1 in 34

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Hugo, Oklahoma? If you reside in Hugo, then there is a 1 in 209 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 40. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 34 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Hugo.

Year Over Year Crime In Hugo (per 100,000 people)

An ideal indicator of whether Hugo is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Hugo has decreased by 47% and the rate of property crime in Hugo has decreased by 45%. The total crime rate in Hugo has decreased by 45% year to year.

Hugo police department

Item	Hugo	Oklahoma	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	24	6,557	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	4.5	3.4	3.3

There are a total of 24 Hugo police officers. This results in 4.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 31.6% greater than the Oklahoma average and 37.7% greater than the National average.

Sex offenders in Oklahoma

State	Total offenders	Oklahoma_/100K	National_/100K
Oklahoma	7,097	203	266

There are a total of 7,097 sex offenders in Oklahoma. This yields a total of 203 sex offenders in Oklahoma per 100,000 residents which is 24% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Fort Towson, OK	551	0	0	0
Rattan, OK	316	0	357	357
Sawyer, OK	467	0	872	872
Powderly, TX	966	464	2,470	2,934
Soper, OK	211	601	3,339	3,940
Grant, OK	303	604	3,356	3,960
Hugo, OK	5,114	479	2,512	2,991

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Grandwood Park, IL	5,114	172	1,011	1,184
Layhill, MD	5,112	240	988	1,228
Chamberlayne, VA	5,116	202	1,465	1,667
Lakehills, TX	5,116	357	1,900	2,257
Salisbury, MA	5,116	281	801	1,082
Hugo, OK	5,114	479	2,512	2,991

Source: The Hugo, OK crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.