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Is Huron or Rapid City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Huron is safer than Rapid City (Safety Score 47/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 1,805 per 100,000 versus 4,516 for Rapid City — 60% lower. Huron has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Huron has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Rapid City is 5.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Huron, SD?
Huron — 5-Year Trend
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Rapid City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Huron | Rapid City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,804.6 | 4,516.0 | -2,711.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 291.7 | 723.8 | -432.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.8 | 6.2 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 47.5 | 135.9 | -88.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 103.8 | -103.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 237.5 | 473.1 | -235.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,512.9 | 3,792.1 | -2,279.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 67.8 | 427.4 | -359.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,377.2 | 2,986.8 | -1,609.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 67.8 | 378.0 | -310.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Huron, SD to Rapid City, SD?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Huron or Rapid City safer?
Huron is safer with a total crime rate of 1,805 per 100K vs 4,516 for Rapid City — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Huron has a violent crime rate of 291.7 per 100K while Rapid City has 723.8. Huron has lower violent crime.
About Huron, SD
Huron, the "Pheasant Capital," is a small city in eastern South Dakota, bisected by the James River. Its population is around 19,000, with a notable immigrant community. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 14,740, Huron has a total crime rate of 1,804.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Rapid City, SD
Rapid City, nestled at the foot of the Black Hills, is a gateway to Mount Rushmore. This city in western South Dakota has a population of over 78,000, making it the second largest in the state. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 80,957, Rapid City has a total crime rate of 4,516.0 per 100,000 residents.