Muskogee, OK Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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93%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

201%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

73%

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}	Muskogee_{/100k people}	Oklahoma_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	1,647	n/a (estimate)	4,486	2,752	2,324
Murder	2	n/a	5.4	6.7	6.3
Rape	37	n/a	100.8	57.5	40.0
Robbery	30	n/a	81.7	40.6	66.1
Assault	339	n/a	923.4	314.8	268.2
Violent crime	408	n/a (estimate)	1,111	420	370
Burglary	293	n/a	798.1	482.6	269.8
Theft	832	n/a	2,266.2	1,535.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	114	n/a	310.5	314.0	282.7
Property crime	1,239	n/a (estimate)	3,375	2,332	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Muskogee, OK

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Muskogee crime rate is 93% 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 Muskogee, there were 408 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 1111 per 100,000 individuals, 200.5% higher than the national average. Additionally, Muskogee recorded 1239 property crimes, amounting to 3375 per 100,000 residents, 72.7% higher than the U.S. average.

With a total of 4486 crimes per 100,000 people, the Muskogee crime rates stand at 93.02 higher than the national average. Consequently, the area grapples with one of the nation's highest total crime rates. Addressing this challenge is crucial for enhancing the safety and livability in Muskogee, making it a priority to reduce crime through community engagement, effective law enforcement, and collaborative efforts to secure a better future for residents and prospective residents.

Muskogee ranks among the bottom 10% of all U.S. cities reporting violent crime, earning its reputation as one of the nation's most dangerous areas. With a violent crime rate of 1111 per 100,000 people, Muskogee is considered one of the most unsafe cities in America. This statistic translates to a 1 in 90 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in Muskogee, underscoring the need for increased safety measures and community engagement to improve the city's security.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Muskogee?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Muskogee. Based on the results of the surveys (34 responses), 29% of people felt that there was very little crime in Muskogee and felt safe walking alone at night. While 71% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Muskogee a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Muskogee 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. Muskogee has a total crime rate that is 93% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 4.51 daily crimes (1.12 violent daily crimes and 3.39 daily property crimes) in Muskogee.

Has Crime in Muskogee Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Muskogee has increased by 6.9%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Muskogee, 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 increased by 16.6%, while property crime has increased by 4%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Muskogee is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Muskogee

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Muskogee crime rates. Muskogee registers a population density of 869.4 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

In Muskogee, 79.5% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city 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.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Muskogee has a median home price of $98,800, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Muskogee crime map

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

Muskogee crime rates are 93% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Muskogee are 201% higher than the national average
In Muskogee you have a 1 in 23 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Muskogee is safer than 2% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Muskogee has increased by 7%

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Daily Crime In Muskogee (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Muskogee for every 100,000 residents. The Muskogee total amount of daily crime is 1.63 times more than the Oklahoma average and 1.93 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Muskogee, is 2.65 times more than the Oklahoma average, and it is 3.01 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Muskogee has a daily crime average that is 1.45 times more than the Oklahoma average and 1.73 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Muskogee (higher is better)

Compared to the other cities in Oklahoma and all other cities across the US, is Muskogee safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Muskogee is safer than 0% of other cities in the state of Oklahoma. In addition, Muskogee is safer than 2% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Oklahoma and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Muskogee. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Muskogee is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Muskogee

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Muskogee is 1 in 90

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Muskogee is 1 in 30

The chance of being a victim of crime in Muskogee is 1 in 23

Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Muskogee, Oklahoma? If you reside in Muskogee, then there is a 1 in 90 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 30. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 23 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Muskogee.

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

Determining whether Muskogee is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Muskogee violent crime rates have increased by 16%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 4% year over year. Total crimes for Muskogee has increased by 7% in the same time frame.

Muskogee police department

Item	Muskogee	Oklahoma	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	97	6,557	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.5	3.4	3.3

There are a total of 97 Muskogee police officers. This results in 2.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 27.8% less than the Oklahoma average and 24.4% less 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}
Gore, OK	1,203	106	1,063	1,169
Fort Gibson, OK	3,966	210	1,257	1,467
Hulbert, OK	549	388	2,326	2,713
Sand Hill, OK	349	474	2,632	3,106
River Bottom, OK	259	523	2,905	3,428
Shady Grove, OK	580	533	2,958	3,490
Rentiesville, OK	155	534	2,965	3,499
Muskogee, OK	37,337	1,111	3,375	4,486

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Muskegon, MI	37,317	851	2,677	3,528
Navarre, FL	37,390	234	1,415	1,649
La Presa, CA	37,410	684	3,206	3,891
Meridian, MS	37,252	299	2,134	2,434
Park Ridge, IL	37,431	124	727	851
Muskogee, OK	37,337	1,111	3,375	4,486

Source: The Muskogee, 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.