The crime rate in the Brookings, SD Metro Area is lower than the national average. According to background information, the violent crime rate is 10, which is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. Additionally, the property crime rate in this area is 21.4, also lower than the national average of 35.4. This suggests that the Brookings community is relatively safe and has lower instances of both violent and property crimes compared to the rest of the country. This could be attributed to the city's strong sense of community and commitment to public safety, as well as its efforts in implementing effective crime prevention strategies. However, it is important for residents to remain vigilant and continue to work towards maintaining a safe and secure environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Brookings Metro Area violent crime is 10.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Brookings Metro Area property crime is 21.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Brookings, South Dakota does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Brookings, South Dakota. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Brookings, South Dakota. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.