Tea, SD Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Tea Safe?
Yes — Tea is extremely safe
One of the safest cities in the country, with crime rates significantly below the national average.
Tea has a crime rate that is 54% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 714.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 714
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
63% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 96
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
43% lower than national average
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Tea 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
|
63 | -37% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
28 | -72% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
50 | -50% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
76 | -24% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
33 | -67% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
54 | -46% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
60 | -40% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Tea Crime Map
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Tea Crime by Zip Code
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Tea Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Tea, SD?
Tea, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 54% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 714 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 96 chance for property crime. Tea has lower crime than 99% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Tea, SD safe to live in?
Tea is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Tea is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Tea?
The estimated violent crime rate in Tea is 140.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 63% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 714 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.2 per 100K (37% below average); aggravated assault at 74.0 per 100K (72% below average); robbery at 37.1 per 100K (50% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Tea?
The estimated property crime rate in Tea is 1,037.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 43% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 96 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 89.6 per 100K (67% below average); larceny/theft at 755.8 per 100K (46% below average); vehicle theft at 191.9 per 100K (40% below average).
How does Tea crime compare to the national average?
Tea's overall crime rate is 54% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (24% below average), while assault is 72% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Tea has lower crime than 99% of them.
Is Tea safe to visit?
Tea is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 43% 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 Tea crime compare to the rest of South Dakota?
South Dakota as a whole has crime that is 18% above the national average. Tea's crime rate is 54% below the national average, making it safer the typical South Dakota city.
What type of crime is most common in Tea?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Tea, with an estimated rate of 755.8 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 46% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,037 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (140 per 100K) in Tea, which is consistent with national trends.