68850 Zip Code, Lexington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 99 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68850 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 68850 in Lexington, NE has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lexington.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 92 (8% below avg)

68850 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
117 +17% Moderate
Assault
92 -8% Average
Robbery
122 +22% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

68850 Crime Map

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68850 Demographics & Context

Population
12,174
Median Income
$59,794
Home Value
$202,176
Median Age
33
Pop. Density
45/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

62%
38%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 60.8%
Black 8.5%
Hispanic 56.4%
Asian 1.3%
68850 Crime Map
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Lexington Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68850, Lexington?

Zip code 68850 in Lexington, NE has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 99, which is 1% below the national average. Zip code 68850 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lexington.

Is Zip code 68850 a safe neighborhood in Lexington?

Zip code 68850 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lexington, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Rape (index: 136), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lexington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68850?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68850 is Rape, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 68850?

Zip code 68850 has a population of approximately 12,174. The median household income is $59,794. The median home value is $202,176. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68850 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68850's overall crime rate is 1% below the national average (index 99 vs 100). Within Lexington, 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.