68327 Zip Code, Chester

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 140 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 92

8% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 68327 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 68327 in Chester, NE has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chester.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 150, 50% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 150 (50% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

68327 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Chester city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Chester	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	116	+16%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	150	+50%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	34	-66%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	97	-3%	N/A	Average

68327 Crime Map

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68327 Demographics & Context

Population

283

Median Income

$58,315

Home Value

$48,328

Median Age

Pop. Density

6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.3%

Graduate Degree 5.1%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.2%

Black 0.1%

Hispanic 0.7%

Asian 0.1%

68327 Crime Map

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Chester Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68327, Chester?

Zip code 68327 in Chester, NE has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 68327 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chester.

Is Zip code 68327 a safe neighborhood in Chester?

Zip code 68327 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chester, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 150), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chester.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68327?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68327 is Rape, with a crime index of 150 (50% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68327?

Zip code 68327 has a population of approximately 283. The median household income is $58,315. The median home value is $48,328. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68327 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68327's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Chester, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.