Letcher, 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 Letcher Safe?
Yes — Letcher is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Letcher has a crime rate that is 52% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 514.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 514
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
49% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 139
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
61% lower than national average
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Letcher 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
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
61 | -39% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
31 | -69% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
41 | -59% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Letcher Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Letcher, SD?
Letcher, 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 514 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 139 chance for property crime. Letcher has lower crime than 97% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Letcher, SD safe to live in?
Letcher 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 Letcher is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Letcher?
The estimated violent crime rate in Letcher is 194.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 49% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 514 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.5 per 100K (50% below average); aggravated assault at 127.5 per 100K (52% below average); robbery at 43.9 per 100K (41% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Letcher?
The estimated property crime rate in Letcher is 719.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 61% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 139 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 152.7 per 100K (43% below average); larceny/theft at 435.3 per 100K (69% below average); vehicle theft at 131.6 per 100K (59% below average).
How does Letcher crime compare to the national average?
Letcher's overall crime rate is 52% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (39% below average), while larceny/theft is 69% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Letcher has lower crime than 97% of them.
Is Letcher safe to visit?
Letcher is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 61% 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 Letcher crime compare to the rest of South Dakota?
South Dakota as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Letcher'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 Letcher?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Letcher, with an estimated rate of 435.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 69% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (720 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (195 per 100K) in Letcher, which is consistent with national trends.