68438 Zip Code, Sprague

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sprague

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 105
5% above national avg
Property Crime 55
45% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 68438 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 68438 in Sprague, NE has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sprague.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 168, 68% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 168 (68% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 10 (90% below avg)

68438 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
67 -33% Low
Assault
34 -66% Low
Robbery
168 +68% High
Rape
150 +50% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
31 -69% Low
Vehicle Theft
10 -90% Low

68438 Crime Map

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68438 Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$98,611
Home Value
$184,068
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 20.7%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 1.4%
Hispanic 3.4%
Asian 0.3%
68438 Crime Map
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Sprague Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68438, Sprague?

Zip code 68438 in Sprague, NE has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Zip code 68438 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sprague.

Is Zip code 68438 a safe neighborhood in Sprague?

Zip code 68438 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sprague, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 168), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 10). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sprague.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68438?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68438 is Robbery, with a crime index of 168 (68% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68438?

Zip code 68438 has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $98,611. The median home value is $184,068. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68438 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68438's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Sprague, 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.