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Is South Sioux City, Nebraska Safe?

Population 14,158 · Safer than 23% of US cities

Improving· 2023 FBI UCR data

South Sioux City is a smaller community of 14,158 people with a D+ safety grade. Crime runs below the national average for violent offenses, and the overall rate sits at 247.5 per 1,000. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,435 per 100K.

South Sioux City Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricSouth Sioux CityNebraska AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate294.7328.5363.8
Property Crime Rate2180.12048.11,832.3
Murder Rate6.0--5.7
Assault Rate173.0--268.2
Theft Rate1435.0--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate389.0--318.3

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

Overall SafetyD+

247.5 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

295/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeD

2180/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for South Sioux City

Violent crime in South Sioux City is below the national average. The rate of 294.7 per 100K falls below the national 363.8.

Property crime is above the national average at 2180.1 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,435 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

South Sioux City Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder6
01.1x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault173
065% of avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery45
071% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary391
01.4x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,435
01.0x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft389
01.2x national avgAvg: 318.3

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

How South Sioux City Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

South Sioux City
294.7
State
328.5
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

South Sioux City
2180.1
State
2048.1
National
1832.3

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

Frequently Asked Questions About South Sioux City Safety

Is South Sioux City safe?
Not especially. South Sioux City earns a D+ with a crime rate of 247.5 per 1,000 residents, and violent crime runs below the national average. Standard precautions apply, especially at night.
What is the crime rate in South Sioux City?
247.5 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 294.7 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 2180.1 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is South Sioux City safe for tourists?
Exercise extra caution. South Sioux City's D+ grade reflects real risk, particularly for property crime. Theft (1,435 per 100K) is the biggest concern for visitors. Stay in well-lit, busy areas at night.
What are the safest neighborhoods in South Sioux City?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in South Sioux City generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the South Sioux City police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in South Sioux City?
No. Crime in South Sioux City has been trending down, which is good news for the D+-rated city.
How does South Sioux City compare to other cities in Nebraska?
Below average for the state. South Sioux City ranks behind about 84% of Nebraska cities on safety, with property crime being the bigger issue at 1.2x the national rate.
How safe is South Sioux City to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is below the national average, which is encouraging. Crime has been dropping, which helps.
How bad is crime in South Sioux City?
Bad. A D+ grade and 247.5 per-thousand rate put South Sioux City below 77% of US cities. Violent crime at 295 per 100K is the core problem.
What is the violent crime rate in South Sioux City?
294.7 per 100,000, which is 19% below the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (173), robbery (45), and murder (6.0) per 100,000.

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