57544 Zip Code, Kennebec

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kennebec

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 95
5% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57544 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 57544 in Kennebec, SD has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kennebec.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 149, 49% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 149 (49% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 51 (49% below avg)

57544 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
149 +49% Moderate
Robbery
133 +33% Moderate
Rape
145 +45% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
148 +48% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
51 -49% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

57544 Crime Map

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57544 Demographics & Context

Population
411
Median Income
$55,407
Home Value
$66,429
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.1%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70.2%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.2%
57544 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57544, Kennebec?

Zip code 57544 in Kennebec, SD has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 57544 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kennebec.

Is Zip code 57544 a safe neighborhood in Kennebec?

Zip code 57544 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kennebec, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 149), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kennebec.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57544?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57544 is Assault, with a crime index of 149 (49% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57544?

Zip code 57544 has a population of approximately 411. The median household income is $55,407. The median home value is $66,429. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57544 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57544's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Kennebec, 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.