57278 Zip Code, Willow Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Willow Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 137
37% above national avg
Property Crime 136
36% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57278 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 57278 in Willow Lake, SD has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Willow Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 164, 64% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 84).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 164 (64% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 84 (16% below avg)

57278 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
154 +54% High
Assault
84 -16% Average
Robbery
164 +64% High
Rape
144 +44% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
159 +59% High
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

57278 Crime Map

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57278 Demographics & Context

Population
525
Median Income
$56,195
Home Value
$59,771
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
4/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21.4%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.8%
Asian 0%
57278 Crime Map
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Willow Lake Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57278, Willow Lake?

Zip code 57278 in Willow Lake, SD has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 57278 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Willow Lake.

Is Zip code 57278 a safe neighborhood in Willow Lake?

Zip code 57278 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Willow Lake, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 164), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 84). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Willow Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57278?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57278 is Robbery, with a crime index of 164 (64% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57278?

Zip code 57278 has a population of approximately 525. The median household income is $56,195. The median home value is $59,771. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57278 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57278's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Willow 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.