57738 Zip Code, Fairburn

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairburn

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 112 / 300 High
Violent Crime 102
2% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57738 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57738 in Fairburn, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairburn.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 142, 42% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 142 (42% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 16 (84% below avg)

57738 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
71 -29% Low
Robbery
98 -2% Average
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
142 +42% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
54 -46% Low
Vehicle Theft
16 -84% Low

57738 Crime Map

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57738 Demographics & Context

Population
707
Median Income
$71,856
Home Value
$158,125
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.3%
Graduate Degree 9.9%

Housing

86%
14%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.4%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 4.1%
Asian 0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57738, Fairburn?

Zip code 57738 in Fairburn, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 112, which is 12% above the national average. Zip code 57738 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fairburn.

Is Zip code 57738 a safe neighborhood in Fairburn?

Zip code 57738 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fairburn, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 142), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 16). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fairburn.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57738?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57738 is Burglary, with a crime index of 142 (42% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57738?

Zip code 57738 has a population of approximately 707. The median household income is $71,856. The median home value is $158,125. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57738 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57738's overall crime rate is 12% above the national average (index 112 vs 100). Within Fairburn, 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.