57078 Zip Code, Yankton

Last updated: May 21, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Yankton

Summary: 57078 (Yankton, SD) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 57078 in Yankton, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Yankton.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 21, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 57078 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 57078 in Yankton, SD has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Yankton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 100).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 139 (39% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 100 (0% below avg)

57078 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
101 +1% Moderate
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
115 +15% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

57078 Crime Map

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57078 Demographics & Context

Population
19,482
Median Income
$69,813
Home Value
$225,777
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.8%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.2%
Black 2.7%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 57078, Yankton?

Zip code 57078 in Yankton, SD has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 57078 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Yankton.

Is Zip code 57078 a safe neighborhood in Yankton?

Zip code 57078 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Yankton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 139), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 100). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Yankton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 57078?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 57078 is Rape, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 57078?

Zip code 57078 has a population of approximately 19,482. The median household income is $69,813. The median home value is $225,777. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 57078 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 57078's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Yankton, 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 May 2026.