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Vehicle Theft in Athens, Tennessee (2026)

271.9 per 100K · 15% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Athens has a vehicle theft rate of 271.9 per 100K, which is 15% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 368 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Athens, Tennessee is 271.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 15% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Athens's vehicle theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Athens vs State and National Averages

Athens
271.9
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Athens

1 in 368

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Athens in a given year, based on the rate of 271.9 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Vehicle Theft?

Motor vehicle theft is the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, including cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs. It does not include taking a vehicle for temporary use when abandoned by the offender.

Other Crime Types in Athens

C+
Violent Crime456.0/100K · 25% above avg
C+
Property Crime2152.2/100K · 17% above avg
C
Burglary409.0/100K · 52% above avg
B-
Theft1397.2/100K · 0% below avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
B-
235.7
Nolensville
B
161.4
Dyersburg
C+
360.4
Lakeland
C+
359.2
Greeneville
C+
329.5
Elizabethton
B
164.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Athens

How bad is vehicle theft in Athens?
As of 2026, Athens's vehicle theft rate of 271.9 per 100K is 15% below the national average. It ranks behind 45% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Athens?
As of 2026, 271.9 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 318.3 per 100K.
Is vehicle theft increasing in Athens?
Crime in Athens has trended upward recently, though specific vehicle theft trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Athens's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Athens's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 271.9 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Athens?
Based on the rate of 271.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 368 residents could be affected by vehicle theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Athens safe from vehicle theft?
Athens is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 271.9 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
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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