68768 Zip Code, Pilger

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pilger

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 179 / 300 High
Violent Crime 175
75% above national avg
Property Crime 151
51% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68768 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68768 in Pilger, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pilger.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 178, 78% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 129). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 178 (78% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 129 (29% above avg)

68768 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
178 +78% High
Assault
168 +68% High
Robbery
178 +78% High
Rape
175 +75% High
Property Crime
Burglary
169 +69% High
Larceny / Theft
129 +29% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
155 +55% High

68768 Crime Map

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68768 Demographics & Context

Population
545
Median Income
$66,893
Home Value
$391,732
Median Age
47
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.5%
Graduate Degree 3.5%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.9%
Black 0%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0%
68768 Crime Map
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Pilger Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68768, Pilger?

Zip code 68768 in Pilger, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 179, which is 79% above the national average. Zip code 68768 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pilger.

Is Zip code 68768 a safe neighborhood in Pilger?

Zip code 68768 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pilger, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 178), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 129). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pilger.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68768?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68768 is Murder, with a crime index of 178 (78% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68768?

Zip code 68768 has a population of approximately 545. The median household income is $66,893. The median home value is $391,732. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68768 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68768's overall crime rate is 79% above the national average (index 179 vs 100). Within Pilger, 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.