Moderately Safe · Population: 135,304
Rapid City, South Dakota is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 69/100. The violent crime rate of 439.5 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 135,304, Rapid City reported 595 violent crimes and 2,751 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 13.1 per 100K |
| Rape | 36 per 100K |
| Robbery | 130.5 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 259.8 per 100K |
| Burglary | 497.9 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,036.6 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 498.4 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 594 |
| Property Crimes | 2,750 |
| Total Crimes | 3,344 |
With a safety score of 69/100, Rapid City is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 82% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.