Vermillion, SD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Vermillion Police Department serves the city of Vermillion, SD in Clay County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 524 violent crimes and 952 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 66.6 per 100k residents, which is 37.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 116.5 per 100k, 28.8% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary 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 AAnnual Rate66.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents524 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate16.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents77 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate116.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents952 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents70 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate83.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents794 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate25.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents86 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 66.6 | A | 524 | 106.2 | -37.3% |
| Property Crime | 116.5 | B | 952 | 163.6 | -28.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 16.6 | B | 77 | 22.3 | -25.2% |
| Burglary | 8.3 | A | 70 | 24.0 | -65.4% |
| Larceny | 83.2 | B | 794 | 116.4 | -28.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 25.0 | C | 86 | 22.2 | +12.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elk Point | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 48.0 | Violent: N/A Property: 58.8% lower |
| Alcester | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Jefferson | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 390.6 | Violent: N/A Property: 235.2% higher |
| North Sioux City | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 66.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 43.1% lower |
| Yankton | 28 miles | F 179.6 | C 173.2 | Violent: 169.8% higher Property: 48.7% higher |