57461 Zip Code, Mellette

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mellette

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 83 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 79
21% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 57461 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57461 in Mellette, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mellette.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% 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
Robbery · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 51 (49% below avg)

57461 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
84 -16% Average
Assault
84 -16% Average
Robbery
143 +43% Moderate
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
51 -49% Low
Vehicle Theft
54 -46% Low

57461 Crime Map

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57461 Demographics & Context

Population
295
Median Income
$77,475
Home Value
$66,888
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
3/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.7%
Graduate Degree 4.2%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.7%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.9%
Asian 0.1%
57461 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57461, Mellette?

Zip code 57461 in Mellette, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average. Zip code 57461 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mellette.

Is Zip code 57461 a safe neighborhood in Mellette?

Zip code 57461 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mellette, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mellette.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57461?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57461 is Robbery, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57461?

Zip code 57461 has a population of approximately 295. The median household income is $77,475. The median home value is $66,888. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57461 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57461's overall crime rate is 17% below the national average (index 83 vs 100). Within Mellette, 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.