57559 Zip Code, Murdo

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Murdo

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 131 / 300 High

Violent Crime 141

41% above national avg

Property Crime 115

15% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 57559 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 57559 in Murdo, SD has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Murdo.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 153 (53% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

57559 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Murdo	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	153	+53%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	83	-17%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate

57559 Crime Map

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57559 Demographics & Context

Population

387

Median Income

$53,752

Home Value

$67,887

Median Age

Pop. Density

1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%

Graduate Degree 2.5%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 74%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 0.4%

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Murdo Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57559, Murdo?

Zip code 57559 in Murdo, SD has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 57559 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Murdo.

Is Zip code 57559 a safe neighborhood in Murdo?

Zip code 57559 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Murdo, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Murdo.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57559?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57559 is Rape, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57559?

Zip code 57559 has a population of approximately 387. The median household income is $53,752. The median home value is $67,887. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57559 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57559's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Murdo, 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.