Is Tulsa, OK Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Tulsa, Oklahoma reported 629.61 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.35 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 441.46 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,596 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tulsa, Oklahoma reported 630.82 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.75 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 401.26 per 100,000 above that reference, with 2,601 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tulsa, Oklahoma reported 2,419.23 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.19 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 1,312.26 per 100,000 above that reference, with 9,975 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tulsa, Oklahoma reported 402.36 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 2.08 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 209.36 per 100,000 above that reference, with 1,659 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Tulsa, Oklahoma reported 87.80 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.82 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 39.56 per 100,000 above that reference, with 362 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Tulsa, OK has an adjusted safety score of 19.19 out of 100. It ranks #2 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 decreasing.
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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 | 362 | 87.8 | 48.24 |
1.82× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 2601 | 630.82 | 229.56 |
2.75× national |
| Burglary | 2596 | 629.61 | 188.15 |
3.35× national |
| Larceny-theft | 9975 | 2419.23 | 1106.97 |
2.19× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1659 | 402.36 | 193.0 |
2.08× national |
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What drives Tulsa's safety score?
Tulsa ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 412,322 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 Community Order at 26.25, while Property Security is lowest at 15.57. The 10.68-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, Burglary is highest relative to its national reference at 629.61 per 100,000 (3.35× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 87.8 per 100,000 (1.82× 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
Tulsa, Oklahoma recorded 9,975 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 58.0% of the 17,193 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 362 robbery reports (2.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tulsa, Oklahoma recorded 2,601 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 15.1% of the 17,193 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 362 robbery reports (2.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tulsa, Oklahoma recorded 2,596 burglary offenses in 2025, 15.1% of the 17,193 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 362 robbery reports (2.1%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Tulsa, Oklahoma uses a reporting population of 412,322 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.
Tulsa, Oklahoma has an adjusted score of 19.19 points out of 100 versus 57.99 in Norman, Oklahoma, a difference of 38.80 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tulsa ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Tulsa, Oklahoma has an adjusted score of 19.19 points out of 100 versus 6.23 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, a difference of 12.96 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Tulsa ranks 2 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 Tulsa safe compared to other places in Oklahoma?
Tulsa is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 19.19 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Oklahoma.
What is the crime rate in Tulsa?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Tulsa's safety rating?
Tulsa's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 19.19 out of 100, which ranks #2 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 decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Tulsa?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Tulsa?
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.