Is Norman, OK Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Norman, Oklahoma reported 18.65 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.39 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 29.59 per 100,000 below that reference, with 24 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Norman, Oklahoma reported 1,450.50 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.31 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 343.53 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,867 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Norman, Oklahoma reported 177.14 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.77 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 52.42 per 100,000 below that reference, with 228 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Norman, Oklahoma reported 224.53 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.19 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 36.38 per 100,000 above that reference, with 289 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Norman, Oklahoma reported 170.92 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.89 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 22.08 per 100,000 below that reference, with 220 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Norman, OK has an adjusted safety score of 57.99 out of 100. It ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Oklahoma workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 24 | 18.65 | 48.24 | 0.39× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 228 | 177.14 | 229.56 | 0.77× national |
| Burglary | 289 | 224.53 | 188.15 |
1.19× national |
| Larceny-theft | 1867 | 1450.5 | 1106.97 |
1.31× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 220 | 170.92 | 193.0 | 0.89× national |
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What drives Norman's safety score?
Norman ranks in the top quarter of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma, ahead of approximately 67% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 128,714 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 65.77, while Property Security is lowest at 50.08. The 15.69-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1450.5 per 100,000 (1.31× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 18.65 per 100,000 (0.39× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Norman, Oklahoma recorded 1,867 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 71.0% of the 2,628 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 24 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Norman, Oklahoma recorded 289 burglary offenses in 2025, 11.0% of the 2,628 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 24 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Norman, Oklahoma recorded 228 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 8.7% of the 2,628 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 24 robbery reports (0.9%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Norman, Oklahoma uses a reporting population of 128,714 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Norman, Oklahoma has an adjusted score of 57.99 points out of 100 versus 19.19 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a difference of 38.80 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Norman ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Norman, Oklahoma has an adjusted score of 57.99 points out of 100 versus 6.23 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, a difference of 51.76 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Norman ranks 1 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Norman safe compared to other places in Oklahoma?
Norman is classified as having moderate relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 57.99 out of 100 and ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma.
What is the crime rate in Norman?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Norman's safety rating?
Norman's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 57.99 out of 100, which ranks #1 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Norman?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Norman?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.