Tahlequah, OK Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Tahlequah Police Department serves the city of Tahlequah, OK in Cherokee County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 508 violent crimes and 1,795 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 46.7 per 100k residents, which is 56.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 46.7 per 100k, 71.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate46.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents508 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate46.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,795 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents214 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate35.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,497 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 46.7 | A | 508 | 106.2 | -56.0% |
| Property Crime | 46.7 | A | 1795 | 163.6 | -71.5% |
| Burglary | 11.7 | A | 214 | 24.0 | -51.4% |
| Larceny | 35.0 | A | 1497 | 116.4 | -69.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hulbert | 1 miles | F 400.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 756.5% higher Property: N/A |
| Westville | 18 miles | F 367.9 | B 147.2 | Violent: 687.8% higher Property: 215.1% higher |
| Watts | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Stilwell | 20 miles | F 320.7 | F 427.6 | Violent: 586.7% higher Property: 815.6% higher |
| Wagoner | 23 miles | B 95.5 | B 131.3 | Violent: 104.5% higher Property: 181.1% higher |