Is Durant or Norman Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Norman is safer than Durant (Safety Score 28/100 vs 14/100), with a total crime rate of 2,530 per 100,000 versus 3,377 for Durant — 25% lower. Durant has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norman has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Norman is 6.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Durant | Norman | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,376.5 | 2,529.8 | +846.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 268.6 | 263.2 | +5.3 |
| Murder Rate | 4.8 | 0.8 | +4.0 |
| Rape Rate | 71.9 | 39.0 | +32.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 43.2 | 18.4 | +24.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 148.7 | 202.0 | -53.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,107.9 | 2,266.6 | +841.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 398.1 | 351.2 | +46.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,546.8 | 1,687.3 | +859.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 163.1 | 228.0 | -65.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durant or Norman safer?
Norman is safer with a total crime rate of 2,530 per 100K vs 3,377 for Durant — a 25% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Durant has a violent crime rate of 268.6 per 100K while Norman has 263.2. Norman has lower violent crime.
About Durant, OK
Durant, Oklahoma, nicknamed the "City of Magnolias," is a southeastern Oklahoma city near the Red River. It is home to Southeastern Oklahoma State University and serves as the capital of the Choctaw Nation. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 20,850, Durant has a total crime rate of 3,376.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Norman, OK
Norman, Oklahoma, home to the University of Oklahoma, is a city in Cleveland County with a significant student population. Located just south of Oklahoma City, it lies within the Cross Timbers eco-region. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 130,681, Norman has a total crime rate of 2,529.8 per 100,000 residents.