57270 Zip Code, Veblen

Crime Rate & Statistics

C+

Moderate safety — crime is near or slightly above average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Veblen

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 162 / 300 High

Violent Crime 165

65% above national avg

Property Crime 139

39% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 57270 a Safe Zip Code?

Somewhat — crime here is near the national average. Zip code 57270 in Veblen, SD has a safety grade of C+. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Veblen.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 177, 77% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 108). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 177 (77% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 108 (8% above avg)

57270 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Veblen	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	159	+59%	N/A	High
Assault	162	+62%	N/A	High
Robbery	163	+63%	N/A	High
Rape	177	+77%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	160	+60%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate

57270 Crime Map

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57270 Demographics & Context

Population

934

Median Income

$44,731

Home Value

$64,812

Median Age

Pop. Density

6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.9%

Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

66%

34%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 50.1%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 24.2%

Asian 0.3%

57270 Crime Map

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Veblen Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57270, Veblen?

Zip code 57270 in Veblen, SD has a crime safety grade of C+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 57270 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Veblen.

Is Zip code 57270 a safe neighborhood in Veblen?

Zip code 57270 has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C+. Residents should take standard precautions. The highest concern is Rape (index: 177), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 108). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Veblen.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57270?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57270 is Rape, with a crime index of 177 (77% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57270?

Zip code 57270 has a population of approximately 934. The median household income is $44,731. The median home value is $64,812. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57270 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57270's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Veblen, 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.