Watertown, SD Crime


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In recent years, the city of Watertown, SD has seen a rise in violent and property crimes. According to the latest statistics, the violent crime rate in Watertown is 24.1, slightly higher than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. Additionally, the property crime rate in Watertown is 36.8, just above the US average of 35.4. This includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics are concerning and highlight the need for increased efforts to address and prevent crime in the city. As someone living in Watertown, it is important to stay informed and work together with law enforcement and community leaders to create a safer and more secure environment for all.

Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)

Watertown violent crime is 24.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Watertown property crime is 36.8. (The US average is 35.4)

NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.
 Violent Crimes  - Murder  Rape  Robbery  Assault
 Property Crimes  - Burglary  Larceny  Auto Theft
Watertown, SD Crime History
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   Crime in Nearby Cities
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Pop. Miles Data
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Castlewood, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock132003
Estelline, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock252015
Clark, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock302019
Milbank, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock322003
Webster, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock362018
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Brookings, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock452019
Huron, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock652019
Marshall, MN  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock732019
Aberdeen, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock762019
Mitchell, SD  Unlock  Unlock  Unlock932019

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Let me start by saying that I've lived all over the US and spent 3 years in Watertown. On the positive side, Watertown has a lot to offer for a town of 22,000 people.   More

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Many lakes with in driving distances and many public hunting areas but if your looking for the night life its not here this is a small town  More

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Watertown in general has alot of old people, if your in Downtown and watch cars go by it seems as though every other car has a elderly person in it. But apart from all  More

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