57006 Zip Code, Brookings

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Brookings

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 113
13% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57006 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57006 in Brookings, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Brookings.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 100).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 100 (0% below avg)

57006 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
100 0% Average
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
143 +43% Moderate

57006 Crime Map

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57006 Demographics & Context

Population
26,540
Median Income
$62,425
Home Value
$549,000
Median Age
29
Pop. Density
171/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 29.1%
Graduate Degree 16.7%

Housing

50%
50%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 4.4%
57006 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57006, Brookings?

Zip code 57006 in Brookings, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 57006 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Brookings.

Is Zip code 57006 a safe neighborhood in Brookings?

Zip code 57006 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Brookings, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 143), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Brookings.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57006?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57006 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 143 (43% 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 57006?

Zip code 57006 has a population of approximately 26,540. The median household income is $62,425. The median home value is $549,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57006 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57006's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Brookings, 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.