68853 Zip Code, Loup City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Loup City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 141 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 68853 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 68853 in Loup City, NE has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Loup City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 83 (17% below avg)

68853 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
144 +44% Moderate
Assault
143 +43% Moderate
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

68853 Crime Map

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68853 Demographics & Context

Population
1,548
Median Income
$57,917
Home Value
$63,711
Median Age
51
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

70%
30%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.5%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.6%
Asian 0.6%
68853 Crime Map
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Loup City Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68853, Loup City?

Zip code 68853 in Loup City, NE has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 141, which is 41% above the national average. Zip code 68853 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Loup City.

Is Zip code 68853 a safe neighborhood in Loup City?

Zip code 68853 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Loup City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 83). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Loup City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68853?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68853 is Rape, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68853?

Zip code 68853 has a population of approximately 1,548. The median household income is $57,917. The median home value is $63,711. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68853 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68853's overall crime rate is 41% above the national average (index 141 vs 100). Within Loup City, 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.