The 10 Safest Cities In South Dakota For 2023

The 10 Safest Cities In South Dakota For 2023

Sisseton is a little rodeo town located in the extreme northeast corner of Roberts County.

Sisseton has been holding strong on our top 10 list for the last couple of years. So, it's no surprise that they are our safest city in South Dakota.

Sisseton's slogan should be: "Where It's Happening". They have their own airport, four gun shops, and three boot stores. So, if safe, family friendly communities that are happenin', is your cup of tea, you better hurry because Sisseton's homes are sellin' like hotcakes.

Sisseton is one of those snowy towns. They average close to 50" of snow/year. According to their residents, the only dangers lurking in the shadows of this city might be the occasional snowball fight. Keep that snow slingin' to a minimum Sisseton, we wouldn't want you to tarnish that impeccable 8/10 safety rating.

Welcome to Brandon, our number one safest city in South Dakota. It's so safe in this Sioux Falls-burb, that the wolves, coyotes, and bears are always howling and growling at the residents reminding them to get home before dark. Thanks furry friends!

Nestled along the Big Sioux River in the southeast corner of South Dakota's western border, Brandon offers a safe environment with small town charm that packs a big punch. Not literally, of course. No fighting happens here; that wouldn't be safe. Not to mention, there are a lot of hunters, here, if ya know what we mean.

With a little over 10,000 residents, the superb quality of life in this little village in Minnehahah County is the reason that it is our number one safest city in South Dakota for 2023. Yes, Brandon, you truly are "Building a Better Life".

Plug in the flashing lights and slap a fluorescent orange safety jacket on this little city in southeastern Lake County and call them safe.

Our third safest city in South Dakota, Madison, is known for its scenic location, low taxes, and educational opportunities. after all, it is the home to the Dakota State Trojans. Now if "Trojans" doesn't scream safe, we give up.

This little gem of a city in the Mount Rushmore State is a family friendly, safe Sioux City-burb nestled between Madison Lake and Lake Herman. It boasts convenient restaurants and stores and an occasional rodeo or two. It's a great place to raise a family. Word on the street is that young professionals are starting to take notice and move their direction. So don't wait, because the word is out.

And if you love winter, you can get snow here as early as July. To best be safe, make sure you get the best snow tires, winter boots, and fleece jacket, because you're gonna need 'em.

Next up is Green River. This little piece of heaven in the 697 scored an 8.5/10 on our snackability chart to become our fourth safest city in South Dakota.

Home to the second largest city in South Dakota, this is the place to be. There are a boatload of things to do and the residents have the money to safely enjoy life in the "Scoreboard Town." They have the state's Children's Museum, the Brookings Summer Arts Festival, and it is the home to a multiple manufacturing and agricultural companies. So it's not surprising that Brookings received an 8/10 job score and an 8.5/10 amenities score. Nice work Brookings!

Whether the residents are tailgating at the South Dakota State University Jackrabbits, sharing a beer at the Brookings Blizzard game, or sipping coffee at the local coffee shop, nothing says safe like a community that creates opportunities to get to know anything and everything about each other. Just make sure you take the trash out in proper attire because someone is always watching and you wouldn't want to become the talk of Sweetwater County.

A southeastern suburb of Sioux Falls, Tea ranks as the fifth safest city in South Dakota. Tea had only eight violent crimes in 2021, giving the city the seventh safest lowest rate in the state. Just be careful not to get poked in the eye while bird-watching at Waterfowl Park.

On top of being super safe, Tea also received a 9.5/10 on our overall snackability scale, meaning it's an awesome place to call home overall. In fact, Tea ranked as the second best place to live and the sixth best place to raise a family in South Dakota on our other lists.

Welcome to our sixth safest city in South Dakota: Canton. This town in Lincoln County is home to the rolling foothills of the Sioux Valley. It is every outdoor enthusiasts dream with the Big Sioux River to the East, Newton Hills State Park to the South, and Lake Alvin to the North. Just remember to wear your helmet. Safety first, right?

Their snackability rating is off the charts: a whopping 6/10! Their job market scored an 8/10 and their safety rating an 8/10! It's like Barney Fife's Mayberry in the middle of the northern plains.

Like much of South Dakota, Vermillion sits in a rural area. However, it also serves as home of the University of South Dakota. You might think all those crazy kids might get into their share of trouble. Not in Vermillion. The community stands as the number 10 safest city in South Dakota.

Vermillion has a population of 11,088 residents. Even with these thousands of people, the town experienced just 179 property crimes in a year. This equals a per capita rate of 1,614/100k people. Violence is negligible as well. There were 17 such violations during the year, with 2 rapes and 15 aggravated assaults.

Located in the southern part of the state, a short drive from the Missouri River and the Nebraska border, Vermillion has a median income of $47920. The area also has a median home price of $169500 and an unemployment rate of 7.6.

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