Cavour, SD Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cavour Safe?
Yes — Cavour is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Cavour has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 584.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 584
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
55% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 754
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
93% lower than national average
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Cavour Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
42 | -58% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
75 | -25% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
2 | -98% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
5 | -95% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cavour Crime Map
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Cavour Crime by Zip Code
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Cavour Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cavour, SD?
Cavour, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 584 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 754 chance for property crime. Cavour has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cavour, SD safe to live in?
Cavour is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Cavour is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cavour?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cavour is 171.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 55% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 584 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.1 per 100K (58% below average); aggravated assault at 95.0 per 100K (65% below average); robbery at 48.9 per 100K (34% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cavour?
The estimated property crime rate in Cavour is 132.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 93% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 754 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 84.4 per 100K (69% below average); larceny/theft at 33.1 per 100K (98% below average); vehicle theft at 15.1 per 100K (95% below average).
How does Cavour crime compare to the national average?
Cavour's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (25% below average), while larceny/theft is 98% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cavour has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Cavour safe to visit?
Cavour is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 93% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Cavour crime compare to the rest of South Dakota?
South Dakota as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Cavour's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical South Dakota city.
What type of crime is most common in Cavour?
Aggravated assault is the most common crime in Cavour, with an estimated rate of 95.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 65% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (133 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (171 per 100K) in Cavour, which is consistent with national trends.