68972 Zip Code, Riverton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Riverton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 154 / 300 High
Violent Crime 149
49% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68972 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 68972 in Riverton, NE has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Riverton.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 155, 55% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 155 (55% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 66 (34% below avg)

68972 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
155 +55% High
Assault
149 +49% Moderate
Robbery
153 +53% High
Rape
139 +39% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
66 -34% Low
Vehicle Theft
136 +36% Moderate

68972 Crime Map

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68972 Demographics & Context

Population
474
Median Income
$55,475
Home Value
$559,476
Median Age
54
Pop. Density
5/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.3%
Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.2%
68972 Crime Map
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Riverton Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68972, Riverton?

Zip code 68972 in Riverton, NE has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 154, which is 54% above the national average. Zip code 68972 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Riverton.

Is Zip code 68972 a safe neighborhood in Riverton?

Zip code 68972 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Riverton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 155), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 66). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Riverton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68972?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68972 is Murder, with a crime index of 155 (55% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68972?

Zip code 68972 has a population of approximately 474. The median household income is $55,475. The median home value is $559,476. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68972 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68972's overall crime rate is 54% above the national average (index 154 vs 100). Within Riverton, 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.