Martin, SD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Martin Police Department serves the city of Martin, SD in Bennett County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 418 violent crimes and 250 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 747.9 per 100k residents, which is 604.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 320.5 per 100k, 95.9% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 2 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate747.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents418 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate213.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate320.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents250 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate213.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents67 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate106.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 747.9 | F | 418 | 106.2 | +604.1% |
| Property Crime | 320.5 | F | 250 | 163.6 | +95.9% |
| Rape | 213.7 | F | 19 | 3.5 | +5942.1% |
| Burglary | 213.7 | F | 67 | 24.0 | +789.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 106.8 | F | 17 | 22.2 | +381.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadoka | 34 miles | D 140.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 81.3% lower Property: N/A |
| Murdo | 73 miles | F 229.9 | F 459.8 | Violent: 69.3% lower Property: 43.4% higher |
| Philip | 76 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Winner | 91 miles | C 104.1 | A 34.7 | Violent: 86.1% lower Property: 89.2% lower |
| Hot Springs | 92 miles | D 135.3 | A 27.1 | Violent: 81.9% lower Property: 91.6% lower |