57273 Zip Code, Waubay

Crime Rate & Statistics

Good safety — crime rates are below the national average

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waubay

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High

Low 162 / 300 High

Violent Crime 141

41% above national avg

Property Crime 107

7% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 57273 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code has good safety. Zip code 57273 in Waubay, SD has a safety grade of B. 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 Waubay.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 166, 66% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 166 (66% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 58 (42% below avg)

57273 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Waubay	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	152	+52%	N/A	High
Robbery	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	166	+66%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	58	-42%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate

57273 Crime Map

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57273 Demographics & Context

Population

840

Median Income

$53,796

Home Value

$97,418

Median Age

Pop. Density

5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%

Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.8%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 1.1%

Asian 0.4%

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Waubay Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57273, Waubay?

Zip code 57273 in Waubay, SD has a crime safety grade of B as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 57273 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waubay.

Is Zip code 57273 a safe neighborhood in Waubay?

Zip code 57273 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waubay, earning a crime grade of B. The highest concern is Rape (index: 166), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 58). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waubay.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57273?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57273 is Rape, with a crime index of 166 (66% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57273?

Zip code 57273 has a population of approximately 840. The median household income is $53,796. The median home value is $97,418. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57273 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57273's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Waubay, 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.