57279 Zip Code, Wilmot

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wilmot

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 146 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 90
10% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57279 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57279 in Wilmot, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wilmot.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 153, 53% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 153 (53% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 29 (71% below avg)

57279 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
141 +41% Moderate
Assault
153 +53% High
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
133 +33% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
90 -10% Average

57279 Crime Map

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57279 Demographics & Context

Population
1,088
Median Income
$60,209
Home Value
$74,302
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.1%
Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.8%
Black 0%
Hispanic 0.8%
Asian 0.3%
57279 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57279, Wilmot?

Zip code 57279 in Wilmot, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 146, which is 46% above the national average. Zip code 57279 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wilmot.

Is Zip code 57279 a safe neighborhood in Wilmot?

Zip code 57279 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wilmot, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 153), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 29). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wilmot.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57279?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57279 is Assault, with a crime index of 153 (53% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57279?

Zip code 57279 has a population of approximately 1,088. The median household income is $60,209. The median home value is $74,302. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57279 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57279's overall crime rate is 46% above the national average (index 146 vs 100). Within Wilmot, 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.