The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Gann Valley, SD: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in Gann Valley

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Gann Valley.

 

Gann Valley, SD Map of Crime Rates
Click the map to explore
A+ B C D F
Safest Highest crime
Colorblind friendly off

F

Overall Crime Grade™

F
F
Other Crime Grade
D-

$55,689

Cost of Crime™ for Gann Valley, SD

In 2025, crime will cost $3,497 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Gann Valley in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Gann Valley, SD Safe?

The F grade indicates that the rate of crime is much higher than that of the average US city. Gann Valley ranks in the 3rd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 3% of cities but less safe than 97%. This analysis applies only to Gann Valley's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Gann Valley is 72.42 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Gann Valley Residents generally consider the northwest part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Gann Valley varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 13 in the southwest neighborhoods to 1 in 21 in the northwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the north parts of Gann Valley, SD see the most incidents - about 1 per year. In contrast, the west part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Gann Valley, SD

The total projected cost of crime in Gann Valley for 2025 is $55,689. This translates to approximately $1,031 per resident and $3,497 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 6.0% of the median household income in Gann Valley. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 54.8%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 34.1%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 11.1%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Gann Valley Compared to Other Cities?

Gann Valley, SD: $1031
Pine Ridge, SD: $1414
Hartford, SD: $223
South Dakota: $484
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Gann Valley is $1,031 per year, which is $567 more than the national average and $548 more than South Dakota's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Gann Valley:
  • In Pine Ridge, SD, crime costs $1,414 per person, which is $383 more than in Gann Valley.
  • In Hartford, SD, crime costs $223 per person, which is $809 less than in Gann Valley

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Gann Valley for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to Gann Valley
Cost per Gann Valley Resident
Murder
$15,532
$288
Rape/Sexual Assault
$3,743
$69
Robbery
$1,517
$28
Assault
$10,328
$191
Kidnapping
$522
$10
Vehicle Theft
$4,366
$81
Burglary
$3,148
$58
Theft
$9,556
$177
Arson
$112
$2
Vandalism
$3,929
$73
Animal Cruelty
$25
$0
Drug Crimes
$2,634
$49
Identity Theft
$279
$5
Total Cost of Crime
$55,689
$1,031

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Gann Valley, SD

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Gann Valley totals $124,131 ($2,299 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $179,821 ($3,330 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Gann Valley crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the city has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of Gann Valley’s 54 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Gann Valley, SD at ISP Reports.

Gann Valley Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Gann Valley residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
6.660
Robbery
0.8932
Rape
1.143
Murder
0.1530
Total Violent Crime
8.849 (F)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
34.17
Vehicle Theft
5.221
Burglary
6.427
Arson
0.0855
Total Property Crime
45.90 (F)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.1593
Drug Crimes
6.595
Vandalism
10.19
Identity Theft
0.6666
Animal Cruelty
0.0626
Total "Other" Rate
17.67 (D-)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Gann Valley is higher. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Gann Valley.

Nearby City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
F
D-
F
F
F
F
F
D-
F
D-
D
C-
D
B-
D+
D-
D-
D
D+
B
C-
F
F
F
D+
C
C
F
D-
D-

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Gann Valley is similar versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
F
F
F
D-
F
F
D-
D+
D+
F
F
F
D+
D
D
D-
D
D
A-
A-
A-
D-
D-
D-
F
F
F
A+
A+
A+

Considering only the crime rate, Gann Valley is less safe than the South Dakota state average and less safe than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Gann Valley, SD average SchoolGrade of C, with 36% actual proficiency versus 39% projected; overall, schools don't meet expectations. See Gann Valley schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

 

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 34 days 22 hours in Gann Valley. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Gann Valley, SD

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.