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Is North Platte, Nebraska Safe?

Population 22,524 · Safer than 41% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

North Platte is a smaller community of 22,524 people with a C+ safety grade. Crime runs well below the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 199.4 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,098 per 100K.

North Platte Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricNorth PlatteNebraska AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate207.1328.5363.8
Property Crime Rate1786.52048.11,832.3
Murder Rate2.0--5.7
Assault Rate171.0--268.2
Theft Rate1098.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate166.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyC+

199.4 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeB-

207/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeC

1787/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for North Platte

Violent crime in North Platte is well below the national average. The rate of 207.1 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1786.5 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,098 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

North Platte Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder2
035% of avgAvg: 5.7
Assault171
064% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery38
060% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary242
090% of avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,098
078% of avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft166
052% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How North Platte Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Platte
207.1
State
328.5
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

North Platte
1786.5
State
2048.1
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About North Platte Safety

Is North Platte safe?
It depends on where in North Platte you are. The city gets a C+ overall, with violent crime well below the national average and property crime close to the national average. Some areas are safer than others.
What is the crime rate in North Platte?
199.4 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 207.1 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1786.5 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is North Platte safe for tourists?
Stick to well-traveled areas and you'll be fine. North Platte has a C+ grade, so it's not the safest destination, but tourist areas generally see less violent crime than the citywide average suggests.
What are the safest neighborhoods in North Platte?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in North Platte generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the North Platte police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in North Platte?
Yes, there's been an uptick. North Platte's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a C+ grade overall.
How does North Platte compare to other cities in Nebraska?
Middle of the pack for Nebraska. North Platte isn't the safest option in the state, but it's not the most concerning either, ranking around the 45th percentile among Nebraska cities.
How safe is North Platte to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is well below the national average, which is encouraging. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in North Platte?
Mixed. Violent crime is well below the national average, and property crime is close to the national average. It's not great, but it's not the worst either, landing at the 41th percentile nationally.
What is the violent crime rate in North Platte?
207.1 per 100,000, which is 43% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (171), robbery (38), and murder (2.0) per 100,000.

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