68787 Zip Code, Wayne

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayne

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 122
22% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 68787 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68787 in Wayne, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wayne.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 138, 38% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 96).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 138 (38% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 96 (4% below avg)

68787 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
105 +5% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
96 -4% Average
Rape
129 +29% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
107 +7% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
120 +20% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

68787 Crime Map

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68787 Demographics & Context

Population
6,678
Median Income
$66,693
Home Value
$270,865
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 28.1%
Graduate Degree 17.2%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.6%
Black 3.1%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 1.3%
68787 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68787, Wayne?

Zip code 68787 in Wayne, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 68787 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wayne.

Is Zip code 68787 a safe neighborhood in Wayne?

Zip code 68787 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wayne, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 138), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wayne.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68787?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68787 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 138 (38% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68787?

Zip code 68787 has a population of approximately 6,678. The median household income is $66,693. The median home value is $270,865. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68787 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68787's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Wayne, 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.