73491 Zip Code, Velma

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Velma

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 121
21% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 73491 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 73491 in Velma, 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 Velma.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 165, 65% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 165 (65% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 48 (52% below avg)

73491 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
77 -23% Low
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
139 +39% Moderate
Rape
148 +48% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
165 +65% High
Larceny / Theft
48 -52% Low
Vehicle Theft
51 -49% Low

73491 Crime Map

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73491 Demographics & Context

Population
1,103
Median Income
$55,578
Home Value
$106,422
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.5%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 73491, Velma?

Zip code 73491 in Velma, 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 73491 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Velma.

Is Zip code 73491 a safe neighborhood in Velma?

Zip code 73491 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Velma, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 165), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 48). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Velma.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 73491?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 73491 is Burglary, with a crime index of 165 (65% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 73491?

Zip code 73491 has a population of approximately 1,103. The median household income is $55,578. The median home value is $106,422. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 73491 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 73491's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Velma, 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.