Gering, NE Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Gering Safe?
Yes — Gering is safer than most cities
An above-average city for safety with lower crime than the national average.
Gering has a crime rate that is 43% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 400.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 400
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
34% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 76
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
28% lower than national average
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Gering Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
59 | -41% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
71 | -29% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
39 | -61% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
78 | -22% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
66 | -34% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
78 | -22% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Gering, NE?
Gering, NE has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 400 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 76 chance for property crime. Gering has lower crime than 80% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Gering, NE safe to live in?
Gering is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of B+. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Gering is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Gering?
The estimated violent crime rate in Gering is 249.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 34% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 400 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 3.0 per 100K (41% below average); aggravated assault at 191.4 per 100K (29% below average); robbery at 29.2 per 100K (61% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Gering?
The estimated property crime rate in Gering is 1,313.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 28% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 76 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 137.8 per 100K (49% below average); larceny/theft at 927.5 per 100K (34% below average); vehicle theft at 247.9 per 100K (22% below average).
How does Gering crime compare to the national average?
Gering's overall crime rate is 43% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (22% below average), while robbery is 61% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Gering has lower crime than 80% of them.
Is Gering safe to visit?
Gering is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 28% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Gering crime compare to the rest of Nebraska?
Nebraska as a whole has crime that is 19% above the national average. Gering's crime rate is 43% below the national average, making it safer the typical Nebraska city.
What type of crime is most common in Gering?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Gering, with an estimated rate of 927.5 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 34% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (1,313 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (250 per 100K) in Gering, which is consistent with national trends.