57660 Zip Code, Watauga

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Watauga

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 115 / 300 High
Violent Crime 128
28% above national avg
Property Crime 71
29% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57660 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57660 in Watauga, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Watauga.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 179, 79% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 179 (79% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

57660 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
79 -21% Low
Assault
161 +61% High
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
179 +79% High
Larceny / Theft
8 -92% Low
Vehicle Theft
26 -74% Low

57660 Crime Map

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57660 Demographics & Context

Population
183
Median Income
$59,649
Home Value
$47,540
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
1/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.1%
Graduate Degree 3.6%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.7%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57660, Watauga?

Zip code 57660 in Watauga, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 57660 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Watauga.

Is Zip code 57660 a safe neighborhood in Watauga?

Zip code 57660 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Watauga, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 179), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Watauga.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57660?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57660 is Burglary, with a crime index of 179 (79% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57660?

Zip code 57660 has a population of approximately 183. The median household income is $59,649. The median home value is $47,540. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57660 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57660's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Watauga, 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.