57548 Zip Code, Lower Brule

Crime Rate & Statistics

C-

Below-average safety — crime is somewhat above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lower Brule

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 130 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 112

12% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 57548 a Safe Zip Code?

Not really — crime is above the national average. Zip code 57548 in Lower Brule, SD has a safety grade of C-. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lower Brule.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 169 (69% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 87 (13% below avg)

57548 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Lower Brule	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	142	+42%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	129	+29%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	97	-3%	N/A	Average
Rape	169	+69%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	87	-13%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate

57548 Crime Map

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57548 Demographics & Context

Population

488

Median Income

$36,200

Home Value

$72,647

Median Age

Pop. Density

4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.3%

Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

46%

54%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 8.2%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.7%

Asian 0.3%

57548 Crime Map

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Lower Brule Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57548, Lower Brule?

Zip code 57548 in Lower Brule, SD has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 57548 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lower Brule.

Is Zip code 57548 a safe neighborhood in Lower Brule?

Zip code 57548 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Rape (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lower Brule.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57548?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57548 is Rape, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57548?

Zip code 57548 has a population of approximately 488. The median household income is $36,200. The median home value is $72,647. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57548 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57548's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Lower Brule, 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.