68901 Zip Code, Hastings

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Hastings

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 99
1% below national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 68901 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68901 in Hastings, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Hastings.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 80). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 80 (20% below avg)

68901 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
80 -20% Low
Robbery
108 +8% Moderate
Rape
90 -10% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
119 +19% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
119 +19% Moderate

68901 Crime Map

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68901 Demographics & Context

Population
26,107
Median Income
$66,456
Home Value
$205,136
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
182/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.9%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87.3%
Black 1.2%
Hispanic 11.7%
Asian 2.1%
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Hastings Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68901, Hastings?

Zip code 68901 in Hastings, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 68901 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Hastings.

Is Zip code 68901 a safe neighborhood in Hastings?

Zip code 68901 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Hastings, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Hastings.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68901?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68901 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68901?

Zip code 68901 has a population of approximately 26,107. The median household income is $66,456. The median home value is $205,136. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68901 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68901's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Hastings, 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.