57638 Zip Code, Lemmon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lemmon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57638 in Lemmon, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lemmon.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 150 (50% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 55 (45% below avg)

57638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
103 +3% Moderate
Assault
141 +41% Moderate
Robbery
96 -4% Average
Rape
150 +50% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
55 -45% Low
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

57638 Crime Map

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57638 Demographics & Context

Population
1,816
Median Income
$51,017
Home Value
$65,692
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.2%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
57638 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57638, Lemmon?

Zip code 57638 in Lemmon, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 57638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lemmon.

Is Zip code 57638 a safe neighborhood in Lemmon?

Zip code 57638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lemmon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lemmon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57638 is Rape, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57638?

Zip code 57638 has a population of approximately 1,816. The median household income is $51,017. The median home value is $65,692. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57638's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Lemmon, 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.