Located in the state of South Dakota, McPherson County has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 7.5, significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. Property crime is also relatively low in McPherson County, with a rate of 8.5 compared to the national average of 35.4. The county's low crime rates can be attributed to its small population and tight-knit community. However, like any other community, McPherson County is not immune to crime. While the rates may be lower than the national average, residents should still remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to prevent becoming a victim of crime. The county's law enforcement agencies work diligently to keep the community safe and ensure that those who commit crime are held accountable for their actions.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
McPherson County violent crime is 7.5. (The US average is 22.7)
McPherson County property crime is 8.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of McPherson, South Dakota does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Leola, South Dakota. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Leola, South Dakota. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.