Whitewood, SD Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Whitewood Police Department serves the city of Whitewood, SD in Lawrence County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 33 violent crimes and 17 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 105.5 per 100k residents, which is 0.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 105.5 per 100k, 35.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Violent Crime 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 CAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents33 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents17 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate105.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents15 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 105.5 | C | 33 | 106.2 | -0.7% |
| Property Crime | 105.5 | A | 17 | 163.6 | -35.5% |
| Larceny | 105.5 | C | 15 | 116.4 | -9.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | 1 miles | D 132.0 | A 66.0 | Violent: 25.1% higher Property: 37.5% lower |
| Deadwood | 4 miles | F 309.1 | A 77.3 | Violent: 193.0% higher Property: 26.7% lower |
| Spearfish | 10 miles | D 143.1 | D 226.0 | Violent: 35.7% higher Property: 114.2% higher |
| Sturgis | 14 miles | F 235.9 | F 291.4 | Violent: 123.6% higher Property: 176.3% higher |
| Belle Fourche | 22 miles | C 100.7 | A 33.6 | Violent: 4.6% lower Property: 68.2% lower |