73538 Zip Code, Elgin

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elgin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 66
34% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 73538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 73538 in Elgin, OK has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elgin.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 6 (94% below avg)

73538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
97 -3% Average
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
114 +14% Moderate
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
6 -94% Low
Vehicle Theft
57 -43% Low

73538 Crime Map

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73538 Demographics & Context

Population
4,118
Median Income
$70,908
Home Value
$209,749
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 75.1%
Black 3.6%
Hispanic 8.3%
Asian 1.5%
73538 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 73538, Elgin?

Zip code 73538 in Elgin, OK has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 73538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elgin.

Is Zip code 73538 a safe neighborhood in Elgin?

Zip code 73538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elgin, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elgin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 73538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 73538 is Rape, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 73538?

Zip code 73538 has a population of approximately 4,118. The median household income is $70,908. The median home value is $209,749. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 73538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 73538's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Elgin, 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.