Crime Safety Grade

A

Lincoln, NE Crime Rate

Lower crime than 62% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 49+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

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Is Lincoln Safe?

With an overall crime index of 101, Lincoln has a 1% higher crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 238. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Village Gardens earning an A+ grade while Hawley rates C-.

Crime Index Comparison

Lincoln
101
Nebraska Avg
119
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
101
1% above average
Violent Crime
105
5% above average
Property Crime
114
14% above average
Safe Areas
94%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Lincoln

1 in 238

Property crime: 1 in 219

Where Is It Safe in Lincoln?

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Lincoln Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 25% above avg
Lowest Risk
Assault · 4% above avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 105 ▲ 5%
Assault Violent 104 ▲ 4%
Robbery Violent 107 ▲ 7%
Burglary Property 106 ▲ 6%
Larceny / Theft Property 125 ▲ 25%
Vehicle Theft Property 110 ▲ 10%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Lincoln Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Hitching Post Hills A+ 18
2 Pester Ridge A+ 18
3 Village Gardens A+ 24
4 Salt Valley View A+ 11
5 Yankee Hill A+ 12
6 Colonial Hills A+ 17
7 Crown Point A+ 25
8 Family Acres A+ 24
9 Highlands A+ 38
10 Country Club A+ 54
11 Bethany A+ 57
12 Meadowlane A+ 44
13 Porter Ridge A+ 16
14 Southern Hills A+ 26
15 Greater South A+ 45
16 Far South A 86
17 High Ridge / Cushman A 69
18 Eastridge A 65
19 Indian Village A 94
20 40th & A A 103
21 Antelope Park A 112
22 Oak Hills A 105
23 Taylor Park A 113
24 South 48th Street A 94
25 Havelock A 123
26 College View A 93
27 East Campus A 78
28 Irvingdale A 125
29 Witherbee A 140
30 West A A 77
31 University Place A 148
32 Autumn Wood A 144
33 Landons A- 123
34 Capitol Beach A- 147
35 Downtown Lincoln A- 143
36 Sunset Acres A- 152
37 Haymarket A- 181
38 Arnold Heights A- 156
39 North Bottoms A- 173
40 Belmont A- 149
41 South Salt Creek B+ 134
42 Woods Park B+ 155
43 Near South B 167
44 Hartley B 164
45 Everett B- 180
46 Clinton B- 183
47 Malone C+ 161
48 Capitol View C+ 195
49 Hawley C- 184

Lincoln Crime by Zip Code

68520
A+ Index: 14
68526
A+ Index: 11
68523
A+ Index: 18
68512
A+ Index: 32
68527
A+ Index: 38
68516
A+ Index: 34
68532
A+ Index: 82
68517
A+ Index: 47
68506
A+ Index: 76
68514
A+ Index: 63
68531
A+ Index: 72
68588
A+ Index: 3
68507
A Index: 94
68505
A Index: 69
68522
A Index: 58
68524
A Index: 116
68510
A Index: 119
68502
A Index: 113
68528
A Index: 133
68521
A Index: 103
68504
A- Index: 153
68508
A- Index: 107
68503
B Index: 155

Lincoln Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
280,780
Median Income
$60,063
Home Value
$180,047
Median Rent
$871
Home Ownership
56%

Racial Demographics

White
81.5%
Black
5.5%
Hispanic
6.9%
Asian
4.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Lincoln?
Lincoln has an overall crime index of 101, which is above the national average of 100. Approximately 94% of neighborhoods in Lincoln are rated A or B for safety.
Is Lincoln safe to live in?
Lincoln has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Lincoln?
The safest neighborhoods in Lincoln based on crime data include Village Gardens, Yankee Hill, Hitching Post Hills, Salt Valley View, and Pester Ridge. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Lincoln crime compare to the national average?
Lincoln's overall crime index is 101 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 1% higher than the typical US city.

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