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Homicide Deaths in South Dakota, 2020-2023
Between 2020 and 2023, South Dakota recorded 188 homicide deaths, with 2023 reporting the lowest number (39). American Indians experienced the highest homicide rate—18 times greater than White individuals—with 47% of all homicides involving firearms and over half of suspects having known relationships with their victims.
Suicide Deaths in South Dakota, 2020-2023
From 2020 to 2023, suicide deaths in South Dakota declined from 193 to 179, with 50% involving firearms and 78% of decedents being male. American Indian individuals aged 20–29 experienced the highest suicide rate at 126.1 per 100,000, highlighting a critical disparity in age and race demographics.
Violent Deaths in South Dakota, 2020-2023
The 2023 South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) report provides a snapshot of violent deaths statewide from 2020 to 2023. In 2023, there were 232 violent deaths, down from 260 in 2022. Suicides accounted for the vast majority—77%—of all violent deaths, with firearms involved in half of all cases.
Violent Death Reporting System Data Report, 2023
The South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) is a CDC-funded anonymous surveillance system that collects information on suicides, homicides, deaths of undetermined intent, unintentional firearm deaths, and legal intervention deaths in the state.
Violent Death Reporting System Data Report, 2022
The South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) is a CDC-funded anonymous surveillance system that collects information on suicides, homicides, deaths of undetermined intent, unintentional firearm deaths, and legal intervention deaths in the state.
Violent Death Reporting System Data Report, 2021
The South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) is a CDC-funded anonymous surveillance system that collects information on suicides, homicides, deaths of undetermined intent, unintentional firearm deaths, and legal intervention deaths in the state.
Violent Death Reporting System Data Report, 2020
The South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) is a CDC-funded anonymous surveillance system that collects information on suicides, homicides, deaths of undetermined intent, unintentional firearm deaths, and legal intervention deaths in the state.
Violent Death Reporting System Data Report, 2019
The South Dakota Violent Death Reporting System (SD-VDRS) is a CDC-funded anonymous surveillance system that collects information on suicides, homicides, deaths of undetermined intent, unintentional firearm deaths, and legal intervention deaths in the state.