Java, SD Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Java Safe?
Yes — Java is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Java has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 480.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 480
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
45% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 192
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
72% lower than national average
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Java Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
45 | -55% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
56 | -44% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
29 | -71% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Java Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Java Crime by Zip Code
Explore crime data for specific Java zip codes.
Java Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Java, SD?
Java, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 52% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 480 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 192 chance for property crime. Java has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Java, SD safe to live in?
Java is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Java is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Java?
The estimated violent crime rate in Java is 208.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 480 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.2 per 100K (55% below average); aggravated assault at 150.8 per 100K (44% below average); robbery at 37.3 per 100K (49% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Java?
The estimated property crime rate in Java is 519.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 72% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 192 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 166.0 per 100K (38% below average); larceny/theft at 262.7 per 100K (81% below average); vehicle theft at 90.9 per 100K (71% below average).
How does Java crime compare to the national average?
Java's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (38% below average), while larceny/theft is 81% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Java has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Java safe to visit?
Java is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 72% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Java crime compare to the rest of South Dakota?
South Dakota as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Java's crime rate is 52% below the national average, making it safer the typical South Dakota city.
What type of crime is most common in Java?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Java, with an estimated rate of 262.7 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 81% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (520 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (208 per 100K) in Java, which is consistent with national trends.