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Assault in Athens, Tennessee (2026)

373.0 per 100K · 39% above national avg · Grade C

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Athens has a assault rate of 373.0 per 100K, which is 39% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 268 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Athens, Tennessee is 373.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 39% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Athens's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Athens vs State and National Averages

Athens
373.0
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Athens

1 in 268

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Athens in a given year, based on the rate of 373.0 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 Athens

C+
Violent Crime456.0/100K · 25% above avg
C+
Property Crime2152.2/100K · 17% above avg
C+
Murder6.2/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Robbery47.7/100K · 25% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
C+
278.9
Nolensville
C+
350.4
Dyersburg
B-
253.5
Lakeland
C+
345.4
Greeneville
C+
349.8
Elizabethton
B-
257.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Athens

How bad is assault in Athens?
As of 2026, Athens's assault rate of 373.0 per 100K is 39% above the national average. It ranks behind 63% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Athens?
As of 2026, 373.0 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 Athens?
Crime in Athens has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Athens's assault compare to Tennessee?
Athens's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 373.0 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Athens?
Based on the rate of 373.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 268 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 Athens safe from assault?
Assault is a concern in Athens. The rate of 373.0 per 100K is above the national average, ranking behind 63% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Athens 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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