Sturgis, SD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Sturgis Police Department serves the city of Sturgis, SD in Meade County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 873 violent crimes and 878 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 235.9 per 100k residents, which is 122.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 291.4 per 100k, 78.1% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 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 Rate235.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents873 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate41.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents91 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate291.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents878 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate55.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents170 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate222.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents645 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate13.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents61 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 235.9 | F | 873 | 106.2 | +122.1% |
| Property Crime | 291.4 | F | 878 | 163.6 | +78.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 41.6 | F | 91 | 22.3 | +87.0% |
| Burglary | 55.5 | F | 170 | 24.0 | +131.0% |
| Larceny | 222.0 | F | 645 | 116.4 | +90.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 13.9 | A | 61 | 22.2 | -37.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deadwood | 11 miles | F 309.1 | A 77.3 | Violent: 31.0% higher Property: 73.5% lower |
| Lead | 13 miles | D 132.0 | A 66.0 | Violent: 44.1% lower Property: 77.4% lower |
| Whitewood | 14 miles | C 105.5 | A 105.5 | Violent: 55.3% lower Property: 63.8% lower |
| Spearfish | 18 miles | D 143.1 | D 226.0 | Violent: 39.3% lower Property: 22.5% lower |
| Belle Fourche | 24 miles | C 100.7 | A 33.6 | Violent: 57.3% lower Property: 88.5% lower |