Hugo, OK Crime Rate & Safety

Grade: D

Higher crime than 97% of major U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026

124%
Above Avg Crime
1 in 113
Violent Crime Risk
1 in 18
Property Crime Risk

Is Hugo Safe?

No — Hugo has high crime rates

Take precautions: avoid walking alone at night and keep valuables secured.

Hugo has a crime rate that is 124% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 113.

Crime Index Comparison

Hugo
224
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.

Your Chance of Being a Victim

High Risk

Violent Crime

1 in 113

chance per year

National average: 1 in 263

133% higher than national average

High Risk

Property Crime

1 in 18

chance per year

National average: 1 in 55

199% higher than national average

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Hugo Crime Breakdown

Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 188% above avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 74% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
214 +114% High
Assault
253 +153% High
Robbery
174 +74% Moderate
Rape
212 +112% High
Property Crime
Burglary
206 +106% High
Larceny / Theft
288 +188% High
Vehicle Theft
275 +175% High

Violent vs Property Crime

Crime Index by Category

Hugo Crime Map

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Hugo Crime by Zip Code

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Hugo Demographics & Context

Population
5,114
Median Income
$26,784
Home Value
$73,942
Median Rent
$544
Ownership
45%

Racial Demographics

Hispanic / Latino 3.6%
White 50.6%
Black 16.5%
Asian 0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Hugo, OK?

Hugo, OK has a crime safety grade of D as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 124% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 113 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 18 chance for property crime. Hugo has higher crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).

Is Hugo, OK safe to live in?

Hugo has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of D. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Hugo is strongly recommended.

What is the violent crime rate in Hugo?

The estimated violent crime rate in Hugo is 888.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 133% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 113 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 10.7 per 100K (114% above average); aggravated assault at 678.0 per 100K (153% above average); robbery at 128.3 per 100K (74% above average).

What is the property crime rate in Hugo?

The estimated property crime rate in Hugo is 5,470.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 199% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 18 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 554.8 per 100K (106% above average); larceny/theft at 4,040.3 per 100K (188% above average); vehicle theft at 875.8 per 100K (175% above average).

How does Hugo crime compare to the national average?

Hugo's overall crime rate is 124% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is larceny/theft (188% above average), while robbery is 74% above average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Hugo has higher crime than 97% of them.

Is Hugo safe to visit?

Visitors to Hugo should be cautious, especially in high-crime neighborhoods. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 199% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.

How does Hugo crime compare to the rest of Oklahoma?

Oklahoma as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Hugo's crime rate is 124% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Oklahoma city.

What type of crime is most common in Hugo?

Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Hugo, with an estimated rate of 4,040.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 188% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (5,471 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (888 per 100K) in Hugo, which is consistent with national trends.

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