Pierre, SD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pierre Police Department serves the city of Pierre, SD in Hughes County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,638 violent crimes and 1,653 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 193.9 per 100k residents, which is 82.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 150.8 per 100k, 7.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. 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 Rate193.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,638 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate14.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents277 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate150.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,653 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents242 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate136.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,293 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 193.9 | F | 1638 | 106.2 | +82.6% |
| Property Crime | 150.8 | C | 1653 | 163.6 | -7.8% |
| Rape | 7.2 | F | 77 | 3.5 | +103.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 14.4 | A | 277 | 22.3 | -35.5% |
| Burglary | 14.4 | A | 242 | 24.0 | -40.2% |
| Larceny | 136.5 | C | 1293 | 116.4 | +17.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murdo | 34 miles | F 229.9 | F 459.8 | Violent: 18.6% higher Property: 204.8% higher |
| Gettysburg | 48 miles | B 93.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 52.0% lower Property: N/A |
| Philip | 64 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Miller | 65 miles | B 75.2 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 61.2% lower Property: N/A |
| Winner | 73 miles | C 104.1 | A 34.7 | Violent: 46.3% lower Property: 77.0% lower |