Located in southeastern South Dakota, Bon Homme County is a rural area with a relatively low crime rate. However, compared to the national average, the county does have a higher rate of violent and property crimes. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in this county is 7.5, which is significantly lower than the national average of 22.7. This includes crimes such as murder, assault, and robbery. On the other hand, Bon Homme County's property crime rate is slightly higher than the US average, at 8.5 compared to 35.4. This includes offenses such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. While these numbers may seem alarming, it is important to note that Bon Homme County is still considered a relatively safe area overall. However, residents and visitors should still exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bon Homme County violent crime is 7.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Bon Homme County property crime is 8.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Bon Homme, South Dakota does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Tyndall, South Dakota. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Tyndall, South Dakota. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.