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Is Huron or Sioux Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Huron is safer than Sioux Falls (Safety Score 47/100 vs 14/100), with a total crime rate of 1,805 per 100,000 versus 3,442 for Sioux Falls — 48% 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: Sioux Falls is 14.3x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Huron | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,804.6 | 3,442.0 | -1,637.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 291.7 | 526.7 | -235.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.8 | 6.6 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 47.5 | 28.0 | +19.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 47.4 | -47.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 237.5 | 444.7 | -207.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,512.9 | 2,915.2 | -1,402.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 67.8 | 303.0 | -235.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,377.2 | 2,174.7 | -797.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 67.8 | 437.6 | -369.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Huron, SD to Sioux Falls, 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 Sioux Falls safer?
Huron is safer with a total crime rate of 1,805 per 100K vs 3,442 for Sioux Falls — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Huron has a violent crime rate of 291.7 per 100K while Sioux Falls has 526.7. 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 Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls, named for the Big Sioux River and its waterfalls, is South Dakota's largest city. It's a regional hub for healthcare and finance, with a growing population of over 200,000 residents. The city's economy has historically been tied to agriculture. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 210,926, Sioux Falls has a total crime rate of 3,442.0 per 100,000 residents.