68979 Zip Code, Sutton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sutton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 68979 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68979 in Sutton, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sutton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

68979 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
146 +46% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
109 +9% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
47 -53% Low
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

68979 Crime Map

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68979 Demographics & Context

Population
2,085
Median Income
$68,401
Home Value
$196,471
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 13.2%
Asian 0.4%
68979 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68979, Sutton?

Zip code 68979 in Sutton, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 68979 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sutton.

Is Zip code 68979 a safe neighborhood in Sutton?

Zip code 68979 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sutton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sutton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68979?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68979 is Rape, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68979?

Zip code 68979 has a population of approximately 2,085. The median household income is $68,401. The median home value is $196,471. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68979 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68979's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Sutton, 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.