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25 safest cities across Nebraska. From tranquil suburbs to vibrant urban centers, these communities offer not only peace of mind but also a high quality of life.
Where does the crime data come from?
This comprehensive list of the safest and most dangerous cities in Nebraska is backed by credible data sourced directly from the FBI's National Incident-Based Reporting System (NBIRS). By relying on this authoritative database, we ensure that the information presented here is not only accurate but also up-to-date. The FBI's NBIRS system is a trusted source for crime statistics, providing valuable insights into the security landscapes of cities and communities across the nation.
How do we rank the cities?
Our ranking system is based on the total number of crimes reported in each city. We then calculated the crime rate per 100,000 population for each city. The cities with the lowest crime rates were ranked as the safest cities in Nebraska. Conversely, the cities with the highest crime rates were ranked as the most dangerous cities in Nebraska.
To ensure the relevance and accuracy of our rankings, this list includes only cities and communities in Nebraska with a population of more than 5,000 residents. This population threshold allows us to focus on areas where a significant number of people live and work, providing a meaningful perspective on safety for the majority of our readers.
The data presented in this report spans a period from 2012 to 2021. By aggregating information over this decade, we gain valuable insights into the trends and changes in safety and crime rates within Nebraska. This long-term perspective allows us to identify both short-term fluctuations and broader patterns, providing a comprehensive view of the security landscape in the state.
County: Gage
751
Crime per 100,000 population
-69.08%
vs. Nebraska average
-74.21%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Beatrice from 2012 to 2022
Beatrice is an area in Gage, Nebraska with population of 12,276.
The total crime rate in Beatrice is based on the nearest law agency agency, Gage County Sheriff's Office (NB0340000).
Beatrice total crime rate is 751 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Madison
610
Crime per 100,000 population
-74.89%
vs. Nebraska average
-79.05%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Norfolk from 2012 to 2022
Norfolk is an area in Madison, Nebraska with population of 24,964.
The total crime rate in Norfolk is based on the nearest law agency agency, Madison County Sheriff's Office (NB0600000).
Norfolk total crime rate is 610 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Washington
589
Crime per 100,000 population
-75.73%
vs. Nebraska average
-79.75%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Blair from 2012 to 2022
Blair is an area in Washington, Nebraska with population of 7,725.
The total crime rate in Blair is based on the nearest law agency agency, Washington County Sheriff's Office (NB0890000).
Blair total crime rate is 589 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Dakota
585
Crime per 100,000 population
-75.92%
vs. Nebraska average
-79.91%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in South Sioux City from 2012 to 2022
South Sioux City is an area in Dakota, Nebraska with population of 13,796.
The total crime rate in South Sioux City is based on the nearest law agency agency, Dakota County Sheriff's Office (NB0220000).
South Sioux City total crime rate is 585 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Scotts Bluff
566
Crime per 100,000 population
-76.7%
vs. Nebraska average
-80.56%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Scottsbluff from 2012 to 2022
Scottsbluff is an area in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska with population of 14,511.
The total crime rate in Scottsbluff is based on the nearest law agency agency, Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's Office (NB0790000).
Scottsbluff total crime rate is 566 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Scotts Bluff
566
Crime per 100,000 population
-76.7%
vs. Nebraska average
-80.56%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Gering from 2012 to 2022
Gering is an area in Scotts Bluff, Nebraska with population of 8,521.
The total crime rate in Gering is based on the nearest law agency agency, Scotts Bluff County Sheriff's Office (NB0790000).
Gering total crime rate is 566 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Platte
537
Crime per 100,000 population
-77.89%
vs. Nebraska average
-81.55%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Columbus from 2012 to 2022
Columbus is an area in Platte, Nebraska with population of 23,954.
The total crime rate in Columbus is based on the nearest law agency agency, Platte County Sheriff's Office (NB0710000).
Columbus total crime rate is 537 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Red Willow
528
Crime per 100,000 population
-78.23%
vs. Nebraska average
-81.84%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in McCook from 2012 to 2022
McCook is an area in Red Willow, Nebraska with population of 7,425.
The total crime rate in McCook is based on the nearest law agency agency, Red Willow County Sheriff's Office (NB0730000).
McCook total crime rate is 528 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Buffalo
516
Crime per 100,000 population
-78.74%
vs. Nebraska average
-82.27%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Kearney from 2012 to 2022
Kearney is an area in Buffalo, Nebraska with population of 33,558.
The total crime rate in Kearney is based on the nearest law agency agency, Buffalo County Sheriff's Office (NB0100000).
Kearney total crime rate is 516 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Saline
486
Crime per 100,000 population
-79.96%
vs. Nebraska average
-83.29%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Crete from 2012 to 2022
Crete is an area in Saline, Nebraska with population of 7,224.
The total crime rate in Crete is based on the nearest law agency agency, Saline County Sheriff's Office (NB0760000).
Crete total crime rate is 486 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Hall
447
Crime per 100,000 population
-81.57%
vs. Nebraska average
-84.62%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Grand Island from 2012 to 2022
Grand Island is an area in Hall, Nebraska with population of 52,755.
The total crime rate in Grand Island is based on the nearest law agency agency, Hall County Sheriff's Office (NB0400000).
Grand Island total crime rate is 447 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Lancaster
423
Crime per 100,000 population
-82.56%
vs. Nebraska average
-85.45%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Lincoln from 2012 to 2022
Lincoln is an area in Lancaster, Nebraska with population of 289,136.
The total crime rate in Lincoln is based on the nearest law agency agency, Lancaster County Sheriff's Office (NB0550000).
Lincoln total crime rate is 423 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Otoe
383
Crime per 100,000 population
-84.23%
vs. Nebraska average
-86.85%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Nebraska City from 2012 to 2022
Nebraska City is an area in Otoe, Nebraska with population of 7,206.
The total crime rate in Nebraska City is based on the nearest law agency agency, Otoe County Sheriff's Office (NB0660000).
Nebraska City total crime rate is 383 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Douglas
380
Crime per 100,000 population
-84.33%
vs. Nebraska average
-86.93%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Omaha from 2012 to 2022
Omaha is an area in Douglas, Nebraska with population of 806,485.
The total crime rate in Omaha is based on the nearest law agency agency, Douglas County Sheriff's Office (NB0280000).
Omaha total crime rate is 380 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Box Butte
358
Crime per 100,000 population
-85.26%
vs. Nebraska average
-87.71%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Alliance from 2012 to 2022
Alliance is an area in Box Butte, Nebraska with population of 8,141.
The total crime rate in Alliance is based on the nearest law agency agency, Box Butte County Sheriff's Office (NB0070000).
Alliance total crime rate is 358 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: York
326
Crime per 100,000 population
-86.55%
vs. Nebraska average
-88.78%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in York from 2012 to 2022
York is an area in York, Nebraska with population of 8,091.
The total crime rate in York is based on the nearest law agency agency, York County Sheriff's Office (NB0930000).
York total crime rate is 326 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Dawson
321
Crime per 100,000 population
-86.78%
vs. Nebraska average
-88.97%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Lexington from 2012 to 2022
Lexington is an area in Dawson, Nebraska with population of 10,325.
The total crime rate in Lexington is based on the nearest law agency agency, Dawson County Sheriff's Office (NB0240000).
Lexington total crime rate is 321 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Phelps
319
Crime per 100,000 population
-86.85%
vs. Nebraska average
-89.03%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Holdrege from 2012 to 2022
Holdrege is an area in Phelps, Nebraska with population of 5,485.
The total crime rate in Holdrege is based on the nearest law agency agency, Phelps County Sheriff's Office (NB0690000).
Holdrege total crime rate is 319 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Dodge
267
Crime per 100,000 population
-88.99%
vs. Nebraska average
-90.81%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Fremont from 2012 to 2022
Fremont is an area in Dodge, Nebraska with population of 27,245.
The total crime rate in Fremont is based on the nearest law agency agency, Dodge County Sheriff's Office (NB0270000).
Fremont total crime rate is 267 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Lincoln
259
Crime per 100,000 population
-89.32%
vs. Nebraska average
-91.09%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in North Platte from 2012 to 2022
North Platte is an area in Lincoln, Nebraska with population of 23,543.
The total crime rate in North Platte is based on the nearest law agency agency, Lincoln County Sheriff's Office (NB0560000).
North Platte total crime rate is 259 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Cheyenne
229
Crime per 100,000 population
-90.54%
vs. Nebraska average
-92.11%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Sidney from 2012 to 2022
Sidney is an area in Cheyenne, Nebraska with population of 6,473.
The total crime rate in Sidney is based on the nearest law agency agency, Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office (NB0170000).
Sidney total crime rate is 229 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Wayne
200
Crime per 100,000 population
-91.75%
vs. Nebraska average
-93.12%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Wayne from 2012 to 2022
Wayne is an area in Wayne, Nebraska with population of 5,847.
The total crime rate in Wayne is based on the nearest law agency agency, Wayne County Sheriff's Office (NB0900000).
Wayne total crime rate is 200 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Dawes
184
Crime per 100,000 population
-92.41%
vs. Nebraska average
-93.67%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Chadron from 2012 to 2022
Chadron is an area in Dawes, Nebraska with population of 5,376.
The total crime rate in Chadron is based on the nearest law agency agency, Dawes County Sheriff's Office (NB0230000).
Chadron total crime rate is 184 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Seward
145
Crime per 100,000 population
-94.01%
vs. Nebraska average
-95.0%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Seward from 2012 to 2022
Seward is an area in Seward, Nebraska with population of 7,651.
The total crime rate in Seward is based on the nearest law agency agency, Seward County Sheriff's Office (NB0800000).
Seward total crime rate is 145 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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County: Colfax
139
Crime per 100,000 population
-94.27%
vs. Nebraska average
-95.22%
vs. US average 🇺🇸
Chart of total crime rate in Schuyler from 2012 to 2022
Schuyler is an area in Colfax, Nebraska with population of 6,526.
The total crime rate in Schuyler is based on the nearest law agency agency, Colfax County Sheriff's Office (NB0190000).
Schuyler total crime rate is 139 per 100,000 population, compared to Nebraska average of 2,429.57 per 100,000 population and United States average of 2,912.43 per 100,000 population.
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