57720 Zip Code, Buffalo

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Buffalo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 143
43% above national avg
Property Crime 116
16% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57720 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57720 in Buffalo, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Buffalo.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

57720 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
137 +37% Moderate
Assault
139 +39% Moderate
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
123 +23% Moderate

57720 Crime Map

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57720 Demographics & Context

Population
616
Median Income
$66,738
Home Value
$73,121
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.7%
Graduate Degree 6.9%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.7%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 2.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57720, Buffalo?

Zip code 57720 in Buffalo, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 57720 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Buffalo.

Is Zip code 57720 a safe neighborhood in Buffalo?

Zip code 57720 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Buffalo, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Buffalo.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57720?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57720 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57720?

Zip code 57720 has a population of approximately 616. The median household income is $66,738. The median home value is $73,121. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57720 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57720's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within Buffalo, 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.