Is Oklahoma City or Sand Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sand Springs is safer than Oklahoma City (Safety Score 19/100 vs 12/100), with a total crime rate of 3,010 per 100,000 versus 3,572 for Oklahoma City — 16% lower. Oklahoma City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sand Springs has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Oklahoma City is 35.2x 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 | Oklahoma City | Sand Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,571.6 | 3,010.0 | +561.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 677.8 | 248.4 | +429.4 |
| Murder Rate | 10.3 | 5.0 | +5.3 |
| Rape Rate | 72.9 | 24.8 | +48.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 99.7 | 19.9 | +79.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 493.3 | 193.7 | +299.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,893.8 | 2,761.6 | +132.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 582.6 | 243.4 | +339.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,951.0 | 2,269.9 | -318.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 360.2 | 248.4 | +111.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oklahoma City or Sand Springs safer?
Sand Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 3,010 per 100K vs 3,572 for Oklahoma City — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Oklahoma City has a violent crime rate of 677.8 per 100K while Sand Springs has 248.4. Sand Springs has lower violent crime.
About Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma City, the state capital, boasts a rich Western heritage evident in the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Situated in central Oklahoma, it's a growing metropolis with a diverse population. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 709,376, Oklahoma City has a total crime rate of 3,571.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Sand Springs, OK
Sand Springs, a Tulsa suburb, was founded by Charles Page as a home for orphans and widows. Situated along the Arkansas River, its population is around 20,000. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 20,133, Sand Springs has a total crime rate of 3,010.0 per 100,000 residents.