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Crime Rates and Safety in Nebraska

Nebraska is a lower-crime state where Omaha and Lincoln account for most of the volume. Smaller cities across the state tend to be very safe by national standards.

16 cities tracked. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

Avg Violent Crime Rate
329per 100K (below national avg of 363.8)
Avg Property Crime Rate
2048per 100K (above national avg of 1,832.3)

All 16 Cities in Nebraska

CityGrade
Omaha
F
Lincoln
D
Bellevue
D
Grand Island
C-
Kearney
C
Fremont
D+
Norfolk
D+
Columbus
C
Papillion
C
Hastings
D+
North Platte
C+
La Vista
C
Scottsbluff
C
South Sioux City
D+
Beatrice
C-
Lexington
D+

Neighboring States

Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska Safety

What is the safest city in Nebraska?
North Platte, with a C+ grade and a crime rate of 199.4 per 1,000 residents. It ranks above 41% of all US cities.
How does Nebraska compare to the national average for crime?
Nebraska runs below the national average for violent crime, at 329 per 100K vs. the national 363.8. Property crime averages 2048 per 100K (national: 1,832.3).
Which city in Nebraska has the most crime?
Omaha has the highest crime rate among tracked Nebraska cities, with a F grade and 309.1 crimes per 1,000 residents.
How many cities are tracked in Nebraska?
16 cities with available FBI UCR crime data.

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