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25%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
26%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
34%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleMcAlester/100k peopleOklahoma/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime528n/a (estimate)2,8982,7522,324
Murder0n/a0.06.76.3
Rape17n/a93.357.540.0
Robbery8n/a43.940.666.1
Assault25n/a137.2314.8268.2
Violent crime50n/a (estimate)274420370
Burglary73n/a400.7482.6269.8
Theft376n/a2,063.81,535.71,401.9
Vehicle theft29n/a159.2314.0282.7
Property crime478n/a (estimate)2,6242,3321,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in McAlester, OK

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in McAlester is 24.7% higher than the national average. Specifically, there were 50 violent crimes reported in McAlester, equivalent to 274 per 100,000 residents, which is lower than the national average by 25.8%. Additionally, McAlester recorded 478 property crimes, amounting to 2624 per 100,000 people, higher than the national average by 34.2%.

During the most recently reported crime year, McAlester experienced a total of 0 reported murders. This statistic paints it as a beacon of security when it comes to severe violent crimes. Such an achievement not only instills a profound sense of security for its residents but also sets a high standard for other communities striving to create similarly secure environments. It underscores the area as a place where safety is a top priority, enhancing its appeal as a desirable location to live and thrive.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in McAlester?

What is the prevailing sentiment among McAlester residents regarding the state of crime? A comprehensive survey conducted by AreaVibes, involving 36 respondents, sheds light on this matter. The results were as follows: 19% of McAlester residents expressed a notable sense of security, asserting that crime was virtually non-existent in their community, and they felt at ease strolling the streets after dark. While, 81% of those surveyed held a contrasting viewpoint, perceiving a higher incidence of crime, leading them to feel apprehensive about walking alone at night.

Is McAlester a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if McAlester is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. McAlester has a total crime rate that is 25% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 1.45 daily crimes (0.14 violent daily crimes and 1.31 daily property crimes) in McAlester.

Has Crime in McAlester Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in McAlester crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in McAlester has increased by 0.4% year over year. Violent crime has didn't change by 0% and property crime has increased by 0.4%.

Potential Causes for Crime in McAlester

In McAlester, 75.6% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

High cost of living can lead to economic stress for individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. When people struggle to make ends meet due to high housing costs, healthcare expenses, or other basic necessities, they may be more inclined to engage in criminal activities, such as theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. On the flipside, cities that have a lower cost of living, could see a reduced crime rate. In McAlester, the cost of living is 20.85% lower than the national average.

In McAlester, the average rental rates are $738 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

McAlester crime map



The McAlester crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in McAlester 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 McAlester crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the McAlester 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

      • McAlester crime rates are 25% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in McAlester are 26% lower than the national average
      • In McAlester you have a 1 in 35 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • McAlester is safer than 32% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in McAlester has decreased by 2%

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        Daily Crime In McAlester (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in McAlester 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 McAlester (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Oklahoma, are 1.05 times more than the state average and 1.25 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in McAlester on a daily basis are 1.53 times less than than Oklahoma average and 1.35 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in McAlester are 1.12 times more than the daily state average and 1.34 times more than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is McAlester (higher is better)

        Is McAlester safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Oklahoma as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in McAlester to other cities in the state and across the country, McAlester is 28% safer than other cities of Oklahoma and 32% safer than other cities in the nation. McAlester has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in McAlester

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in McAlester is 1 in 365
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in McAlester is 1 in 39
        The chance of being a victim of crime in McAlester is 1 in 35
        Are you worried about becoming a crime victim? In McAlester, your chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 365. Types of violent crimes may include assault, robbery, rape, or murder. You also have a 1 in 39 chance of being the victim of a property crime such as vehicle theft, personal property theft, and burglary. Your overall risk of becoming a crime victim in McAlester is 1 in 35.

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

        Determining whether McAlester is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. McAlester violent crime rates have decreased by 3%. At the same time, property crime has decreased by 2% year over year. Total crimes for McAlester has decreased by 2% in the same time frame.

        McAlester police department

        Item McAlester Oklahoma National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)606,557558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents3.33.43.3
        There are a total of 60 McAlester police officers. This results in 3.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4.2% less than the Oklahoma average and 0.2% greater than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Oklahoma

        State Total offenders Oklahoma /100K National /100K
        Oklahoma7,097203266
        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

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        Hartshorne, OK1,8051581,5761,733
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        Arpelar, OK2294822,6773,159
        Crowder, OK3985513,0573,607
        Alderson, OK1745833,2403,823
        McAlester, OK18,0422742,6242,898

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        McAlester, OK18,0422742,6242,898
        Source: The McAlester, 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.