57026 Zip Code, Elkton

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 97 / 300 High

Violent Crime 114

14% above national avg

Property Crime 73

27% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 57026 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57026 in Elkton, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elkton.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 126 (26% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

57026 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Elkton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	81	-19%	N/A	Average
Assault	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	47	-53%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	61	-39%	N/A	Low

57026 Crime Map

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57026 Demographics & Context

Population

2,027

Median Income

$75,066

Home Value

$182,000

Median Age

Pop. Density

14/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.2%

Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 8.5%

Asian 0.1%

57026 Crime Map

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Elkton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57026, Elkton?

Zip code 57026 in Elkton, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 97, which is 3% below the national average. Zip code 57026 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elkton.

Is Zip code 57026 a safe neighborhood in Elkton?

Zip code 57026 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elkton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 126), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elkton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57026?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57026 is Assault, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57026?

Zip code 57026 has a population of approximately 2,027. The median household income is $75,066. The median home value is $182,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57026 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57026's overall crime rate is 3% below the national average (index 97 vs 100). Within Elkton, 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.