68785 Zip Code, Waterbury

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waterbury

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 120
20% above national avg
Property Crime 74
26% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68785 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68785 in Waterbury, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waterbury.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 32 (68% below avg)

68785 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
108 +8% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
119 +19% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
120 +20% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
32 -68% Low
Vehicle Theft
69 -31% Low

68785 Crime Map

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68785 Demographics & Context

Population
356
Median Income
$78,246
Home Value
$107,611
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.5%
Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.9%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 7.8%
Asian 1.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68785, Waterbury?

Zip code 68785 in Waterbury, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 68785 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waterbury.

Is Zip code 68785 a safe neighborhood in Waterbury?

Zip code 68785 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waterbury, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 136), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 32). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waterbury.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68785?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68785 is Rape, with a crime index of 136 (36% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68785?

Zip code 68785 has a population of approximately 356. The median household income is $78,246. The median home value is $107,611. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68785 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68785's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Waterbury, 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.