57381 Zip Code, Wessington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wessington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 122 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 102
2% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57381 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57381 in Wessington, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wessington.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 59 (41% below avg)

57381 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
110 +10% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
159 +59% High
Rape
153 +53% High
Property Crime
Burglary
163 +63% High
Larceny / Theft
59 -41% Low
Vehicle Theft
85 -15% Average

57381 Crime Map

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57381 Demographics & Context

Population
605
Median Income
$63,902
Home Value
$96,254
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
2/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.5%
Graduate Degree 2%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.4%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 0.8%
57381 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57381, Wessington?

Zip code 57381 in Wessington, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 122, which is 22% above the national average. Zip code 57381 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wessington.

Is Zip code 57381 a safe neighborhood in Wessington?

Zip code 57381 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wessington, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 59). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wessington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57381?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57381 is Burglary, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57381?

Zip code 57381 has a population of approximately 605. The median household income is $63,902. The median home value is $96,254. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57381 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57381's overall crime rate is 22% above the national average (index 122 vs 100). Within Wessington, 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.