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

C-

Overall Crime Grade™

Violent Crime Grade	D
Property Crime Grade	C
Other Crime Grade	D+

Which crimes are included?

$250,540

Cost of Crime™ for Pickstown, SD

In 2025, crime will cost $1,682 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Pickstown 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 Pickstown, SD Safe?

The C- grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly higher than that of the average US city. Pickstown ranks in the 31st percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 31% of cities but less safe than 69%. This analysis applies only to Pickstown's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Pickstown is 31.36 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Pickstown Residents generally consider the southwest part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Pickstown varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 30 in the northwest neighborhoods to 1 in 35 in the southwest.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the northeast parts of Pickstown, SD see the most incidents - about 4 per year. In contrast, the west part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 0 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Pickstown, SD

The total projected cost of crime in Pickstown for 2025 is $250,540. This translates to approximately $513 per resident and $1,682 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.7% of the median household income in Pickstown. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:

Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 56.0%
Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 31.1%
Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.8%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Pickstown Compared to Other Cities?

Pickstown, SD:	$513
Pine Ridge, SD:	$1414
Hartford, SD:	$223
South Dakota:	$484
USA:	$464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Pickstown is $513 per year, which is $49 more than the national average and $30 more than South Dakota's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Pickstown:

In Pine Ridge, SD, crime costs $1,414 per person, which is $901 more than in Pickstown.
In Hartford, SD, crime costs $223 per person, which is $291 less than in Pickstown

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Pickstown for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.

Crime	Cost to Pickstown	Cost per Pickstown Resident
Murder	$69,309	$142
Rape/Sexual Assault	$33,074	$68
Robbery	$3,936	$8
Assault	$45,741	$94
Kidnapping	$7,978	$16
Vehicle Theft	$6,356	$13
Burglary	$16,620	$34
Theft	$25,356	$52
Arson	$854	$2
Vandalism	$24,568	$50
Animal Cruelty	$198	$0
Drug Crimes	$15,249	$31
Identity Theft	$1,301	$3
Total Cost of Crime	$250,540	$513

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Pickstown, 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 Pickstown totals $630,735 ($1,292 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $881,275 ($1,806 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 Pickstown 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, of which Pickstown has 1, have the same problem. Of Pickstown’s 488 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 Pickstown, SD at ISP Reports.

Pickstown 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 Pickstown residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Assault	3.264
Robbery	0.2564
Rape	1.118
Murder	0.0756
Total Violent Crime	4.714 (D)

Property Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Theft	10.03
Vehicle Theft	0.8411
Burglary	3.755
Arson	0.0724
Total Property Crime	14.70 (C)

Other Crime Rates

Crime Type	Crime Rate
Kidnapping	0.2696
Drug Crimes	4.224
Vandalism	7.047
Identity Theft	0.3445
Animal Cruelty	0.0548
Total "Other" Rate	11.94 (D+)

Individual Pickstown Crime Maps & Stats

Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

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

Nearby City	Overall Crime Grade	Violent Crime Grade	Property Crime Grade
Lake Andes, SD	D	D	D
Marty, SD	C-	C-	C-
Ravinia, SD	D+	D-	C
Gross, NE	F	D-	F
Wagner, SD	D	D+	D
Geddes, SD	C	C	B
Fairfax, SD	C-	D+	A+
Spencer, NE	F	D-	F
Bristow, NE	F	D-	D-
Dante, SD	D	D-	D+

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Pickstown 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
Topnot, NC	D+	D+	D+
Datil, NM	D	D	D
Davisville, MO	D	D-	D-
Delphi Falls, NY	A	B+	B+
Denmark, AR	F	D+	D+
Devore, CA	A-	B+	B+
DeWeese, MS	A-	A+	A+
Dixon, IA	C+	A-	A-
Dixon Springs, TN	D	D+	D+
East Andover, NH	B	A-	A-

Considering only the crime rate, Pickstown is as safe as the South Dakota state average and as safe as the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Pickstown, SD average SchoolGrade of B-, with 42% actual proficiency versus 36% projected; overall, schools greatly exceed expectations. See Pickstown 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 23 days 20 hours in Pickstown. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Pickstown, 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.