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39%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
3%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
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Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleLincoln/100k peopleNebraska/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime9,477n/a (estimate)3,2242,1722,324
Murder11n/a3.73.26.3
Rape239n/a81.355.340.0
Robbery145n/a49.329.166.1
Assault728n/a247.7195.2268.2
Violent crime1,123n/a (estimate)382283370
Burglary879n/a299.0182.5269.8
Theft6,633n/a2,256.61,431.41,401.9
Vehicle theft842n/a286.5275.0282.7
Property crime8,354n/a (estimate)2,8421,8891,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Lincoln, NE

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Lincoln crime rate is higher than the national average by 38.7%. Specifically, there were 1123 violent crimes in Lincoln, equivalent to 382 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 3.3%. Furthermore, Lincoln recorded 8354 property crimes, amounting to 2842 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 45.4%.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lincoln is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Lincoln reported 382 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 370.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Lincoln?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Lincoln. Based on the results of the surveys (133 responses), 32% of people felt that there was very little crime in Lincoln and felt safe walking alone at night. While 68% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Lincoln a Safe Place to Live?

To get a feel for the safety of living in Lincoln, it's essential to analyze both the overall crime rate and the daily incident count. Lincoln presents a total crime rate that is 39% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. Consequently, Lincoln experiences an average of 25.96 daily crimes, comprising 3.08 violent incidents and 22.89 property-related offenses. This evaluation offers a comprehensive understanding of the safety landscape, aiding individuals in making informed decisions when considering relocation.

Has Crime in Lincoln Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Lincoln has increased by 2.6%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Lincoln, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has decreased by 9.1%, while property crime has increased by 4.4%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Lincoln is a safe place to live.

Lincoln Neighborhood Crime Rates

There are more than 43 different neighborhoods in the Lincoln area. Depending on their location and other socioeconomic factors, the rate of crime in each neighborhood is vastly different. Areas that are located near the center or downtown core, tend to be more densely populated and typically see higher crime rates. While neighborhoods in the outskirts of the city tend to be less densely populated and have lower unemployment and poverty rates. Some of the safer neighborhoods in Lincoln include High Ridge-Cushman, Capitol Beach and Bishop Park. While Tri-Court, Arnold Heights and South Salt Creek have a reported crime rate that is higher than average. This reinforces the need to do a quality check on multiple neighborhoods as their crime rates can be quite different.

Potential Causes for Crime in Lincoln

Lincoln reports an unemployment rate of 2.5%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Lincoln crime rates.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Lincoln, 89.1% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Lincoln has a median home price of $180,400, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Lincoln crime map



The Lincoln crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Lincoln as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Lincoln crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Lincoln crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Lincoln crime rates are 39% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Lincoln are 3% higher than the national average
      • In Lincoln you have a 1 in 32 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Lincoln is safer than 21% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Lincoln has increased by 3%

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        Daily Crime In Lincoln (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Lincoln, NE per 100,000 people. In Lincoln, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 1.48 times more than the Nebraska average and 1.39 times more than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Lincoln is 1.35 times more than the Nebraska average and 1.03 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Lincoln has a daily crime rate that is 1.50 times more than the Nebraska average and 1.45 times more than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Lincoln (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Lincoln, Nebraska compared to other areas of Nebraska, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Lincoln safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Lincoln is safer than 6% of Nebraska cities, and 21% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Nebraska, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Lincoln. At this time, Lincoln sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Lincoln

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Lincoln is 1 in 262
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Lincoln is 1 in 36
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Lincoln is 1 in 32
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Lincoln? If you reside in Lincoln, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 262. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 36 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Lincoln, is 1 in 32.

        Year Over Year Crime In Lincoln (per 100,000 people)

        The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Lincoln is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Lincoln has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 9% in Lincoln, while property crimes in Lincoln have increased by 4%. Total crime has increased by 3% year over year.

        Lincoln police department

        Item Lincoln Nebraska National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4142,523558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.62.13.3
        There are a total of 414 Lincoln police officers. This results in 1.6 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 26.1% less than the Nebraska average and 51.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Nebraska

        State Total offenders Nebraska /100K National /100K
        Nebraska6,070345266
        There are a total of 6,070 sex offenders in Nebraska. This yields a total of 345 sex offenders in Nebraska per 100,000 residents which is 30% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Hickman, NE2,43293619711
        Waverly, NE3,941113754867
        Eagle, NE919114762876
        Woodland Hills, NE206114763877
        Walton, NE407114763877
        Yankee Hill, NE2171449631,108
        Roca, NE1302681,7862,053
        Lincoln, NE286,3883822,8423,224

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        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Orlando, FL284,8178364,0284,864
        Plano, TX288,8701581,8962,054
        Newark, NJ281,9175201,8202,340
        Anchorage, AK292,0901,1512,7643,915
        Greensboro, NC294,3958193,7864,605
        Lincoln, NE286,3883822,8423,224
        Source: The Lincoln, NE crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.