North Platte SnackAbility
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Crime in North Platte summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in North Platte. Key points include:
There were 608 total crimes in North Platte in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in North Platte is 2,730.4 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in North Platte is 148.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in North Platte is 2,582.2 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in North Platte is 28.84% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In North Platte Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
North Platte / 100k People |
Nebraska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 608 | 2,730.4 | 1,847.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 33 | 148.2 | 220.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 20.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 22 | 98.8 | 154.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 575 | 2,582.2 | 1,626.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 33 | 148.2 | 155.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 514 | 2,308.2 | 1,218.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 28 | 125.7 | 252.6 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in North Platte summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in North Platte. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Nebraska. Key points include:
The cost of living in North Platte is 91 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in North Platte is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in North Platte is $208,704.
The median income in North Platte is $58,097.
North Platte's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In North Platte Comparison Table
| Living Expense | North Platte | Nebraska | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 91 | 89 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 73 | 77 | 100 |
| Housing | 95 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 93 | 98 | 100 |
| Utilities | 102 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
North Platte, NE Weather
The average high in North Platte is 62.8° and the average low is 35.6°.
There are 46.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 20.6 inches of precipitation each year with 29.4 inches of snow.
| Stat | North Platte |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 62.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 35.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 46.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 20.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 29.4 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
North Platte, NE Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About North Platte
Gosh, I live in North Platte, and it does s**k. High crime, major drug problems, very high cost of living. Homes run from $100,000 to over $1,000,000. School system produces under educated kids. Can't figure how North Platte missed the boat.
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North Platte Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in North Platte
The current population in North Platte is 22,831. The population has decreased 7.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22,831 | -0.9% |
| 2023 | 23,030 | -1.2% |
| 2022 | 23,309 | -1.0% |
| 2021 | 23,543 | -0.8% |
| 2020 | 23,734 | -0.7% |
| 2019 | 23,892 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 24,011 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 24,135 | -0.7% |
| 2016 | 24,311 | -0.4% |
| 2015 | 24,420 | -0.5% |
| 2014 | 24,532 | -0.3% |
| 2013 | 24,609 | -0.3% |
| 2012 | 24,695 | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 24,730 | 0.0% |
| 2010 | 24,722 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in North Platte
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North Platte is:
84.3% White with 19,237 White residents.
1.0% African American with 238 African American residents.
0.9% American Indian with 200 American Indian residents.
0.8% Asian with 173 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 4 Hawaiian residents.
0.5% Other with 105 Other residents.
2.5% Two Or More with 569 Two Or More residents.
10.1% Hispanic with 2,305 Hispanic residents.
| Race | North Platte | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.3% | 75.3% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.0% | 4.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.8% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.5% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 10.1% | 12.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in North Platte
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North Platte is 50.3% female with 11,474 female residents.
North Platte is 49.7% male with 11,356 male residents.
| Gender | North Platte | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 49.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in North Platte for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in North Platte completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in North Platte completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in North Platte completed high school / ged.
27.0% of adults in North Platte completed some college.
13.0% of adults in North Platte completed associate's degree.
14.0% of adults in North Platte completed bachelor's degree.
5.0% of adults in North Platte completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in North Platte completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in North Platte completed doctorate degree.
| Education | North Platte | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 27.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 13.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 14.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For North Platte, Nebraska
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3.6% of households in North Platte earn Less than $10,000.
7.0% of households in North Platte earn $10,000 to $14,999.
10.0% of households in North Platte earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.7% of households in North Platte earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.8% of households in North Platte earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.9% of households in North Platte earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.9% of households in North Platte earn $75,000 to $99,999.
14.7% of households in North Platte earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.9% of households in North Platte earn $150,000 to $199,999.
2.6% of households in North Platte earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | North Platte | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.6% | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.0% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.0% | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.7% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.8% | 11.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.9% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.9% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 14.7% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.9% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.6% | 9.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
