Sioux Falls Shines As One Of America’s Safest Cities

There’s something comforting about life in Sioux Falls, to me. Maybe it’s having great neighbors and friends to rely on for all kinds of things. It's that feeling of security that comes from living in a community that looks out for one another.

Families gather in the parks, and ride their bikes on quiet bicycle paths, small businesses thrive along bustling downtown sidewalks, and all over town. Plus, we have a flourishing cultural community, too. It’s that combination of warmth, safety, and connection that makes Sioux Falls more than just a growing city—it feels like home.

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Sioux Falls is often recognized as one of the safest and most welcoming cities in the United States. Even as the population grows and the city expands, Sioux Falls has managed to keep its crime rate low. Local officials say that while more people are moving to the area, the number of crimes per person has actually gone down in recent years.

The city’s success is partly due to its proactive police force and community partnerships. Sioux Falls focuses on prevention—encouraging residents to take simple steps like locking their cars and homes—and runs programs that build trust between officers and citizens. Specialized units target violent and property crimes before they grow into bigger problems.

Beyond safety, Sioux Falls offers a high quality of life. It’s a mid-sized city with friendly neighborhoods, excellent parks and schools, and affordable living costs. People feel connected and proud of their community.

Wallet Hub's latest study on the Safest Cities in the U.S. ranked Sioux Falls 38th out of 180 of the largest cities in the country in terms of safety. They took into consideration home and community safety, natural disaster risk, and financial safety to come up with their city rankings.

The Top 5 Safest Cities in the U.S. are:

1. Warwick, RI
2. Overland Park, KS
3. Burlington, VT
4. Juneau, AK
5. Yonkers, NY

The 5 Least Safe Cities in the U.S. are:

1. New Orleans, LA
2. Memphis, TN
3. Baton Rouge, LA
4. Detroit, MI
5. Baltimore, MD

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With its balance of safety, opportunity, and small-town friendliness, Sioux Falls continues to stand out as a great place to live, work, and grow. To see the complete Safest Cities study, go to Wallet Hub.

Source: Wallet Hub