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Violent crime NAT. AVG.
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Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleRoland/100k peopleOklahoma/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime85n/a (estimate)2,3322,7522,324
Murder1n/a27.46.76.3
Rape2n/a54.957.540.0
Robbery0n/a0.040.666.1
Assault9n/a246.9314.8268.2
Violent crime12n/a (estimate)329420370
Burglary18n/a493.8482.6269.8
Theft44n/a1,207.11,535.71,401.9
Vehicle theft11n/a301.8314.0282.7
Property crime73n/a (estimate)2,0032,3321,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Roland, OK

The Roland crime rates are 0.3% higher than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 12 violent crimes in Roland (329 per 100,000 people), which is 11% lower than the national average and there were a total of 73 property crimes (2003 per 100,000 residents) which is 2.5% higher than average.

When assessing the total crime rate in Roland per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes within Roland, underscores the close alignment of reported crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

Roland exhibits a violent crime rate that closely echoes the national average reported by all cities, with 329 incidents per 100,000 people, in line with the nationwide figure of 370. This uniformity underscores Roland as a community where safety standards align seamlessly with the broader national context, delivering residents a steadfast and dependable sense of security.

Although the murder rates in America have decreased steadily since 1990, over the last few years there has been an uptick. Roland has one of the highest murder rates in the country when compared to all other cities that reported crime in the U.S. There were a total of 1 murders in Roland, which is 27 murders per 100,000 people.

Roland has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 2003 property crimes in Roland, while the national average was 1954 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.

Is Roland a Safe Place to Live?

Before you decide to relocate, it’s always good to ask yourself “Is Roland a safe place to live?” Although the answer might not be that simple, as some areas are safer than others, getting a good feel for the overall rate of crime can definitely be helpful. Overall, the Roland crime rate is 0% higher than the national average. If we break that down daily, that translates into 0.23 crimes per day - 0.03 violent crimes and 0.2 property crimes.

Has Crime in Roland Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Roland. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Roland has increased by 7.6%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 33.3%, while property crime has increased by 4.3%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Roland.

Potential Causes for Crime in Roland

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Roland crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Roland has an unemployment rate of 0.8%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

Roland has a population density of 1276.1 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Roland crime rates.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Roland has a median home price of $96,700, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Roland crime map



The Roland crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Roland as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Roland crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Roland crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      • Roland crime rates are equal to the national average
      • Violent crimes in Roland are 11% lower than the national average
      • In Roland you have a 1 in 43 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Roland is safer than 31% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Roland has increased by 21%

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        Daily Crime In Roland (per 100,000 people)

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        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Roland

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Roland is 1 in 304
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Roland is 1 in 50
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Roland is 1 in 43

        Year Over Year Crime In Roland (per 100,000 people)

        Roland police department

        Item Roland Oklahoma National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)96,557558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.83.43.3
        There are a total of 9 Roland police officers. This results in 2.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 16.7% less than the Oklahoma average and 12.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Oklahoma

        State Total offenders Oklahoma /100K National /100K
        Oklahoma7,097203266
        There are a total of 7,097 sex offenders in Oklahoma. This yields a total of 203 sex offenders in Oklahoma per 100,000 residents which is 24% less than the national average.

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        Arkoma, OK1,84155328382
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        Pocola, OK4,09491727818
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        Spiro, OK2,3233751,1711,546
        Barling, AR4,9574901,2061,696
        Roland, OK3,8253292,0032,332

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Highland Falls, NY3,8262098381,046
        Huntingdon, TN3,8272031,1511,354
        Saugerties, NY3,8272551,0241,279
        Clyde, TX3,828124817941
        Booneville, AR3,8224441,3331,777
        Roland, OK3,8253292,0032,332
        Source: The Roland, OK crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.