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Assault in Alcoa, Tennessee (2026)

261.0 per 100K · 3% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Alcoa has a assault rate of 261.0 per 100K, which is 3% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 383 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Alcoa, Tennessee is 261.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 3% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Alcoa's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Alcoa vs State and National Averages

Alcoa
261.0
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Assault in Alcoa

1 in 383

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Alcoa in a given year, based on the rate of 261.0 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Alcoa

B-
Violent Crime330.4/100K · 9% below avg
B-
Property Crime1889.7/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Murder6.5/100K · 14% above avg
B-
Robbery58.7/100K · 7% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Portland
C+
312.4
Manchester
C+
274.1
Lewisburg
B-
224.3
Soddy-Daisy
C+
302.3
McMinnville
B-
256.2
Crossville
C+
277.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Alcoa

How bad is assault in Alcoa?
As of 2026, Alcoa's assault rate of 261.0 per 100K is 3% below the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Alcoa?
As of 2026, 261.0 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Alcoa?
Overall crime trends in Alcoa have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Alcoa's assault compare to Tennessee?
Alcoa's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 261.0 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Alcoa?
Based on the rate of 261.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 383 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Alcoa safe from assault?
Alcoa is about average for assault. The rate of 261.0 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Alcoa safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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