68701 Zip Code, Norfolk

Last updated: October 23, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Norfolk

Summary: 68701 (Norfolk, NE) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 68701, Norfolk, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 13% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 23, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 123
23% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68701 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 68701 in Norfolk, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Norfolk.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 140, 40% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 140 (40% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 92 (8% below avg)

68701 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
128 +28% Moderate
Assault
92 -8% Average
Robbery
106 +6% Moderate
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
92 -8% Average
Larceny / Theft
140 +40% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

68701 Crime Map

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68701 Demographics & Context

Population
29,458
Median Income
$66,693
Home Value
$242,675
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
156/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 13.6%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68701, Norfolk?

Zip code 68701 in Norfolk, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 68701 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Norfolk.

Is Zip code 68701 a safe neighborhood in Norfolk?

Zip code 68701 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 140), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Norfolk.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68701?

The most common crime type in Zip code 68701 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 140 (40% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68701?

Zip code 68701 has a population of approximately 29,458. The median household income is $66,693. The median home value is $242,675. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68701 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68701's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Norfolk, 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 October 2026.