Kearney, NE has safety grade D, a population of about 33,783, an overall crime rate near 1,575 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether Kearney, NE is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Kearney, NE for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Kearney, NE Crime Rate and Safety Report
Kearney, NE crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 6.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 7.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
6.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Kearney, NE has moderate safety concerns with a C+ rating. Residents should remain aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
With property crimes being more prevalent (46.2% of total incidents), residents should secure their homes and vehicles, install security systems, and maintain good lighting around their properties.
Trend Analysis
With 532 total incidents, Kearney shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is property crime.
Comparison Insights
Kearney demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Kearney, NE Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID "16000US3125055," a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. The total reported crime count is 532 incidents. Property crime constitutes the largest category with 246 incidents, primarily driven by Larceny/Theft Offenses (135 incidents) and Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property (64 incidents). Sex offenses account for 38 incidents, with a notable number classified as "Sex Offenses" (22 incidents) and a combined "Kidnapping/Abduction" count of 12 incidents. Assault is also a significant category, with 202 incidents, all classified as "Assault Offenses." Robbery is relatively low, with only 2 reported incidents. The "others" category includes 44 incidents, mainly composed of Fraud Offenses (34 incidents) and Embezzlement (8 incidents). To provide a comprehensive safety assessment, additional data points are needed. The GEOID "16000US3125055" corresponds to Grand Island, Nebraska. According to recent estimates, Grand Island has a population of approximately 51,600. The median household income is around $63,000. To calculate the crime rate per 100k, we divide the total crime count (532) by the population (51,600) and multiply by 100,000, resulting in a crime rate of approximately 1031 per 100,000 residents. To determine the violent crime rate, we sum the incidents of sex offenses, robbery, and assault (38 + 2 + 202 = 242). Dividing this by the population and multiplying by 100,000 gives a violent crime rate of approximately 469 per 100,000 residents. The property crime rate is calculated by dividing the property crime count (246) by the population and multiplying by 100,000, resulting in a property crime rate of approximately 477 per 100,000 residents. Without a standardized safety scoring system, assigning a safety score and grade is subjective. However, based on the calculated crime rates, Grand Island's crime rates are higher than the national average. The zip codes within Grand Island include 68801 and 68803. Insights from this data suggest that property crime is a significant concern in Grand Island, particularly theft and vandalism. While violent crime is present, it is less prevalent than property crime. The high incidence of fraud offenses also warrants attention. Further investigation into the specific types of theft and fraud occurring could help inform targeted crime prevention strategies.
Kearney, NE crime map
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Safest Zip Codes
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69346
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Safety68.9
Per 1K69
Total Crimes69212
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Safety61.3
Per 1K61
Total Crimes69350
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Safety65.1
Per 1K65
Total Crimes69152
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Safety65.8
Per 1K66
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FAQ about crime in Kearney, NE
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in Kearney, NE.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
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Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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