Is Sioux Falls, SD Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota reported 1,832.61 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.66 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 725.64 per 100,000 above that reference, with 3,622 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota reported 289.41 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.50 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 96.41 per 100,000 above that reference, with 572 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota reported 337.48 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.47 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 107.92 per 100,000 above that reference, with 667 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota reported 34.41 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.71 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 13.83 per 100,000 below that reference, with 68 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota reported 240.33 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.28 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 52.18 per 100,000 above that reference, with 475 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Sioux Falls, SD has an adjusted safety score of 44.84 out of 100. It ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in South Dakota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the South Dakota workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 68 | 34.41 | 48.24 | 0.71× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 667 | 337.48 | 229.56 |
1.47× national |
| Burglary | 475 | 240.33 | 188.15 |
1.28× national |
| Larceny-theft | 3622 | 1832.61 | 1106.97 |
1.66× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 572 | 289.41 | 193.0 |
1.5× national |
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What drives Sioux Falls's safety score?
Sioux Falls ranks in the middle half of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in South Dakota, ahead of approximately 33% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 197,642 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 54.23, while Property Security is lowest at 29.51. The 24.72-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Larceny-theft is highest relative to its national reference at 1832.61 per 100,000 (1.66× the national rate). Robbery is lowest on the same relative basis at 34.41 per 100,000 (0.71× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Sioux Falls, South Dakota recorded 3,622 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 67.0% of the 5,404 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 68 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota recorded 667 aggravated assault offenses in 2025, 12.3% of the 5,404 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 68 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota recorded 572 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 10.6% of the 5,404 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 68 robbery reports (1.3%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota uses a reporting population of 197,642 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota has an adjusted score of 44.84 points out of 100 versus 62.85 in Aberdeen, South Dakota, a difference of 18.01 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Sioux Falls ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Sioux Falls, South Dakota has an adjusted score of 44.84 points out of 100 versus 12.67 in Rapid City, South Dakota, a difference of 32.17 points above that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Sioux Falls ranks 2 of 3 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sioux Falls safe compared to other places in South Dakota?
Sioux Falls is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 44.84 out of 100 and ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in South Dakota.
What is the crime rate in Sioux Falls?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Sioux Falls's safety rating?
Sioux Falls's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 44.84 out of 100, which ranks #2 in this comparison set out of the 3 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in South Dakota. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as decreasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Sioux Falls?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Sioux Falls?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.