57785 Zip Code, Sturgis

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 136
36% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57785 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57785 in Sturgis, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sturgis.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 126).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 126 (26% above avg)

57785 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
140 +40% Moderate
Assault
138 +38% Moderate
Robbery
140 +40% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
132 +32% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

57785 Crime Map

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57785 Demographics & Context

Population
12,141
Median Income
$62,867
Home Value
$250,921
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.2%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.8%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57785, Sturgis?

Zip code 57785 in Sturgis, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 57785 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sturgis.

Is Zip code 57785 a safe neighborhood in Sturgis?

Zip code 57785 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sturgis, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 126). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sturgis.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57785?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57785 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57785?

Zip code 57785 has a population of approximately 12,141. The median household income is $62,867. The median home value is $250,921. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57785 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57785's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Sturgis, 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.