In Dempster, South Dakota, the crime rates are significantly lower than the national average. With a violent crime rate of only 8, compared to the US average of 22.7, residents can feel a sense of safety in their community. Property crime is also relatively low in Dempster, with a rate of 9.4, compared to the national average of 35.4. This is a testament to the tight-knit community and strong law enforcement presence in Dempster. However, it is important to note that any crime, no matter how small, can still have a big impact on those affected. As a resident of Dempster, I am grateful for the relatively low crime rates, but also remain vigilant in keeping our community safe for everyone.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Dempster violent crime is 8.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Dempster property crime is 9.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Dempster, South Dakota does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Castlewood, South Dakota. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Castlewood, South Dakota. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.