57359 Zip Code, Letcher

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Letcher

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 123 / 300 High
Violent Crime 139
39% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57359 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57359 in Letcher, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Letcher.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 79 (21% below avg)

57359 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
151 +51% High
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
144 +44% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
79 -21% Low
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

57359 Crime Map

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57359 Demographics & Context

Population
508
Median Income
$68,965
Home Value
$96,517
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.4%
Graduate Degree 7.7%

Housing

82%
18%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.4%
57359 Crime Map
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Letcher Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57359, Letcher?

Zip code 57359 in Letcher, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 57359 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Letcher.

Is Zip code 57359 a safe neighborhood in Letcher?

Zip code 57359 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Letcher, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Letcher.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57359?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57359 is Rape, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57359?

Zip code 57359 has a population of approximately 508. The median household income is $68,965. The median home value is $96,517. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57359 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57359's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Letcher, 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.