57237 Zip Code, Gary

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gary

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57237 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57237 in Gary, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gary.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 160 (60% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 81 (19% below avg)

57237 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
160 +60% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
81 -19% Average
Vehicle Theft
124 +24% Moderate

57237 Crime Map

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57237 Demographics & Context

Population
453
Median Income
$60,023
Home Value
$89,124
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.5%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 0%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57237, Gary?

Zip code 57237 in Gary, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 57237 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gary.

Is Zip code 57237 a safe neighborhood in Gary?

Zip code 57237 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gary, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gary.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57237?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57237 is Robbery, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57237?

Zip code 57237 has a population of approximately 453. The median household income is $60,023. The median home value is $89,124. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57237 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57237's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Gary, 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.