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54%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
53%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
54%
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 peopleFalls City/100k peopleNebraska/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime43n/a (estimate)1,0662,1722,324
Murder0n/a0.03.26.3
Rape1n/a24.855.340.0
Robbery1n/a24.829.166.1
Assault5n/a124.0195.2268.2
Violent crime7n/a (estimate)174283370
Burglary2n/a49.6182.5269.8
Theft32n/a793.71,431.41,401.9
Vehicle theft2n/a49.6275.0282.7
Property crime36n/a (estimate)8931,8891,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Falls City, NE

Looking at the most recent crime report, the crime rate in Falls City is 54.1% lower than the national average. These crimes fall into two primary categories: violent and property. Violent crimes encompass murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes involve theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In Falls City, there were 7 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 174 per 100,000 individuals, 53.1% lower than the national average. Additionally, there were 36 property crimes, amounting to 893 per 100,000 residents, 54.3% lower than the U.S. average.

In the latest reported crime year, Falls City recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

Is Falls City a Safe Place to Live?

Is Falls City a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Falls City has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 54%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.12 daily incidents, encompassing 0.02 violent crimes and 0.1 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Falls City as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Falls City Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Falls City has increased by 7.5%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Falls City, 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 didn't change by 0%, while property crime has increased by 9.1%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Falls City is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Falls City

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Falls City crime rates. Falls City registers a population density of 1238.2 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The educational level within a community can have an influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of education are associated with reduced crime rates, as they offer individuals improved employment prospects and alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment tends to correspond with higher crime rates. In Falls City, 84.8% of residents have achieved at least a high school diploma, which differs from the national average of 83%.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Falls City, the cost of living is 27.31% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

Falls City crime map



The Falls City crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Falls City 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 Falls City crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Falls City 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

      • Falls City crime rates are 54% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Falls City are 53% lower than the national average
      • In Falls City you have a 1 in 94 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Falls City is safer than 62% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Falls City has increased by 8%

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        Daily Crime In Falls City (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Falls City on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Nebraska and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Falls City (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Nebraska, are 2.04 times less than the state average and 2.18 times less than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Falls City on a daily basis are 1.63 times less than than Nebraska average and 2.13 times less than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Falls City are 2.12 times less than the daily state average and 2.19 times less than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Falls City (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Nebraska and all other cities across the US, is Falls City safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Falls City is safer than 41% of other cities in the state of Nebraska. In addition, Falls City is safer than 62% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Nebraska and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Falls City. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Falls City is above average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Falls City

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Falls City is 1 in 577
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Falls City is 1 in 113
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Falls City is 1 in 94
        Are you at risk of becoming a victim of crime in Falls City, Nebraska? If you reside in Falls City, then there is a 1 in 577 chance that you will experience a violent crime. These types of crimes may include homicide, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. Your risk of being a victim of property crime is 1 in 113. These types of crime include burglary, petty theft, and theft of motor vehicles. Altogether, there is a 1 in 94 risk that you will become a victim of crime in Falls City.

        Year Over Year Crime In Falls City (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Falls City is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Falls City has increased by 1% and the rate of property crime in Falls City has increased by 10%. The total crime rate in Falls City has increased by 8% year to year.

        Falls City police department

        Item Falls City Nebraska National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)122,523558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.82.13.3
        There are a total of 12 Falls City police officers. This results in 2.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 30.2% greater than the Nebraska average and 15.1% 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.

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        Source: The Falls City, 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.