73521 Zip Code, Altus

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Altus

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 73521 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 73521 in Altus, OK has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Altus.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 103 (3% above avg)

73521 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Altus city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
103 +3% Moderate
Robbery
123 +23% Moderate
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
118 +18% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
129 +29% Moderate

73521 Crime Map

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73521 Demographics & Context

Population
19,907
Median Income
$57,825
Home Value
$120,549
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
115/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.6%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

50%
50%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 59.4%
Black 13.4%
Hispanic 26.9%
Asian 2.6%
73521 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 73521, Altus?

Zip code 73521 in Altus, OK has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 73521 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Altus.

Is Zip code 73521 a safe neighborhood in Altus?

Zip code 73521 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Altus, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 138), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Altus.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 73521?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 73521 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 73521?

Zip code 73521 has a population of approximately 19,907. The median household income is $57,825. The median home value is $120,549. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 73521 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 73521's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Altus, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.