57428 Zip Code, Bowdle

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowdle

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 161
61% above national avg
Property Crime 140
40% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57428 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57428 in Bowdle, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Bowdle.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 173, 73% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 107). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 173 (73% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 107 (7% above avg)

57428 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
166 +66% High
Robbery
164 +64% High
Rape
158 +58% High
Property Crime
Burglary
173 +73% High
Larceny / Theft
107 +7% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

57428 Crime Map

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57428 Demographics & Context

Population
459
Median Income
$61,177
Home Value
$55,270
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.6%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.2%
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Bowdle Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57428, Bowdle?

Zip code 57428 in Bowdle, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 57428 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Bowdle.

Is Zip code 57428 a safe neighborhood in Bowdle?

Zip code 57428 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Bowdle, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 173), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Bowdle.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57428?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57428 is Burglary, with a crime index of 173 (73% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57428?

Zip code 57428 has a population of approximately 459. The median household income is $61,177. The median home value is $55,270. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57428 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57428's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Bowdle, 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.