57445 Zip Code, Groton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Groton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 95 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 73
27% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57445 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57445 in Groton, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Groton.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 19 (81% below avg)

57445 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
80 -20% Low
Assault
125 +25% Moderate
Robbery
155 +55% High
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
19 -81% Low
Vehicle Theft
41 -59% Low

57445 Crime Map

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57445 Demographics & Context

Population
2,524
Median Income
$82,481
Home Value
$125,794
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.1%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.5%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 0.3%
57445 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57445, Groton?

Zip code 57445 in Groton, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 95, which is 5% below the national average. Zip code 57445 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Groton.

Is Zip code 57445 a safe neighborhood in Groton?

Zip code 57445 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Groton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 19). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Groton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57445?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57445 is Burglary, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57445?

Zip code 57445 has a population of approximately 2,524. The median household income is $82,481. The median home value is $125,794. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57445 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57445's overall crime rate is 5% below the national average (index 95 vs 100). Within Groton, 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.