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Vehicle Theft in Atoka, Tennessee (2026)

234.6 per 100K · 26% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Atoka has a vehicle theft rate of 234.6 per 100K, which is 26% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 426 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Atoka, Tennessee is 234.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 26% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Atoka's vehicle theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Atoka vs State and National Averages

Atoka
234.6
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Atoka

1 in 426

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Atoka in a given year, based on the rate of 234.6 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 Atoka

C+
Violent Crime366.0/100K · 1% above avg
B
Property Crime1591.4/100K · 13% below avg
B-
Burglary249.0/100K · 8% below avg
B-
Theft1316.5/100K · 6% below avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Union City
B-
249.0
Paris
B
180.2
Clinton
C+
354.0
Oakland
B-
250.8
Winchester
B
215.2
Fairview
C
431.9

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Atoka

How bad is vehicle theft in Atoka?
As of 2026, Atoka's vehicle theft rate of 234.6 per 100K is 26% below the national average. It ranks behind 41% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Atoka?
As of 2026, 234.6 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 Atoka?
Overall crime trends in Atoka have been improving, which generally includes vehicle theft.
How does Atoka's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Atoka's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 234.6 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Atoka?
Based on the rate of 234.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 426 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 Atoka safe from vehicle theft?
Atoka is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 234.6 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Atoka 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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