Moving from Norman, OK to Sapulpa, OK?
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Is Norman or Sapulpa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Sapulpa is safer than Norman (Safety Score 54/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 1,582 per 100,000 versus 2,530 for Norman — 37% lower. Norman has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Norman has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Norman is 5.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Norman, OK?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Norman | Sapulpa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,529.8 | 1,582.2 | +947.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 263.2 | 188.7 | +74.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.8 | 4.3 | -3.5 |
| Rape Rate | 39.0 | 25.7 | +13.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 18.4 | 17.2 | +1.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 202.0 | 137.2 | +64.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,266.6 | 1,393.5 | +873.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 351.2 | 274.4 | +76.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,687.3 | 1,024.8 | +662.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 228.0 | 94.3 | +133.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Norman, OK to Sapulpa, OK?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Norman or Sapulpa safer?
Sapulpa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,582 per 100K vs 2,530 for Norman — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Norman has a violent crime rate of 263.2 per 100K while Sapulpa has 188.7. Sapulpa has lower violent crime.
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.
About Sapulpa, OK
Sapulpa, Oklahoma, a city bisected by Route 66, was once a thriving railroad town and is now home to the Waite Phillips filling station museum. Located southwest of Tulsa, it has a population of around 22,000 residents. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 23,322, Sapulpa has a total crime rate of 1,582.2 per 100,000 residents.