68883 Zip Code, Wood River

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Wood River

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 133
33% above national avg
Property Crime 77
23% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 68883 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 68883 in Wood River, NE has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Wood River.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 154, 54% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 154 (54% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 26 (74% below avg)

68883 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
131 +31% Moderate
Rape
154 +54% High
Property Crime
Burglary
133 +33% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
26 -74% Low
Vehicle Theft
71 -29% Low

68883 Crime Map

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68883 Demographics & Context

Population
2,157
Median Income
$84,933
Home Value
$385,253
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 7.9%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91.5%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 13.6%
Asian 0.2%
68883 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 68883, Wood River?

Zip code 68883 in Wood River, NE has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 68883 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Wood River.

Is Zip code 68883 a safe neighborhood in Wood River?

Zip code 68883 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Wood River, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 154), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 26). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Wood River.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 68883?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 68883 is Rape, with a crime index of 154 (54% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 68883?

Zip code 68883 has a population of approximately 2,157. The median household income is $84,933. The median home value is $385,253. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 68883 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 68883's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Wood River, 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.