Quinn, SD Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Quinn Safe?
Yes — Quinn is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Quinn has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 441.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 441
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
40% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 155
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
65% lower than national average
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Quinn 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
|
46 | -54% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
62 | -38% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
52 | -48% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
57 | -43% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
68 | -32% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
27 | -73% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Quinn Crime Map
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Quinn Crime by Zip Code
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Quinn Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Quinn, SD?
Quinn, SD has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 441 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 155 chance for property crime. Quinn has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Quinn, SD safe to live in?
Quinn is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Quinn is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Quinn?
The estimated violent crime rate in Quinn is 227.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 40% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 441 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.3 per 100K (54% below average); aggravated assault at 167.2 per 100K (38% below average); robbery at 38.3 per 100K (48% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Quinn?
The estimated property crime rate in Quinn is 645.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 65% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 155 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 184.5 per 100K (32% below average); larceny/theft at 372.1 per 100K (73% below average); vehicle theft at 88.5 per 100K (72% below average).
How does Quinn crime compare to the national average?
Quinn's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (32% below average), while larceny/theft is 73% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Quinn has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Quinn safe to visit?
Quinn is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 65% 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 Quinn crime compare to the rest of South Dakota?
South Dakota as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Quinn's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical South Dakota city.
What type of crime is most common in Quinn?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Quinn, with an estimated rate of 372.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 73% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (645 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (227 per 100K) in Quinn, which is consistent with national trends.