74501 Zip Code, McAlester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 115
15% above national avg

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in McAlester

Is 74501 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 74501 in McAlester, OK has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 124, 24% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 124 (24% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 105 (5% above avg)

74501 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

74501 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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74501 Demographics & Context

Population
29,531
Median Income
$59,131
Home Value
$122,823
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 66.9%
Black 4.9%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 74501, McAlester?

Zip code 74501 in McAlester, OK has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average.

Is Zip code 74501 a safe neighborhood in McAlester?

Zip code 74501 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in McAlester, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 124), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 105).

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 74501?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 74501 is Rape, with a crime index of 124 (24% 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 74501?

Zip code 74501 has a population of approximately 29,531. The median household income is $59,131. The median home value is $122,823. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 74501 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 74501's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). 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.