57656 Zip Code, Timber Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

B-

Fairly safe — slightly below-average crime levels

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Timber Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 99 / 300 High

Violent Crime 141

41% above national avg

Property Crime 99

1% below national avg

City Ranking

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Is 57656 a Safe Zip Code?

Mostly yes — this zip code is fairly safe. Zip code 57656 in Timber Lake, SD has a safety grade of B-. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Timber Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 160, 60% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 160 (60% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 43 (57% below avg)

57656 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Timber Lake	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	99	-1%	N/A	Average
Assault	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	160	+60%	N/A	High
Rape	156	+56%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	43	-57%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate

57656 Crime Map

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57656 Demographics & Context

Population

529

Median Income

$47,775

Home Value

$53,484

Median Age

Pop. Density

2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.8%

Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 38.9%

Black 0%

Hispanic 1.3%

Asian 0%

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Timber Lake Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57656, Timber Lake?

Zip code 57656 in Timber Lake, SD has a crime safety grade of B- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 57656 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Timber Lake.

Is Zip code 57656 a safe neighborhood in Timber Lake?

Zip code 57656 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Timber Lake, earning a crime grade of B-. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 160), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 43). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Timber Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57656?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57656 is Robbery, with a crime index of 160 (60% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57656?

Zip code 57656 has a population of approximately 529. The median household income is $47,775. The median home value is $53,484. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57656 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57656's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Timber Lake, 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.