57231 Zip Code, De Smet

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in De Smet

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 130 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57231 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57231 in De Smet, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in De Smet.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

57231 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
138 +38% Moderate
Assault
131 +31% Moderate
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
146 +46% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
109 +9% Moderate

57231 Crime Map

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57231 Demographics & Context

Population
1,911
Median Income
$65,075
Home Value
$72,816
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.1%
Graduate Degree 9.7%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.2%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
57231 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57231, De Smet?

Zip code 57231 in De Smet, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 57231 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in De Smet.

Is Zip code 57231 a safe neighborhood in De Smet?

Zip code 57231 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in De Smet, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in De Smet.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57231?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57231 is Burglary, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57231?

Zip code 57231 has a population of approximately 1,911. The median household income is $65,075. The median home value is $72,816. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57231 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57231's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within De Smet, 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.