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Robbery in Bristol, Tennessee (2026)

116.7 per 100K · 84% above national avg · Grade D+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Bristol has a robbery rate of 116.7 per 100K, which is 84% above the national average of 63.3. Grade: D+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 857 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Bristol, Tennessee is 116.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 84% above the national average of 63.3. That puts Bristol's robbery nearly double the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Bristol vs State and National Averages

Bristol
116.7
Tennessee Avg
73.0
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Bristol

1 in 857

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Bristol in a given year, based on the rate of 116.7 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

Other Crime Types in Bristol

C
Violent Crime460.6/100K · 27% above avg
B
Property Crime1626.5/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Murder6.1/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Assault340.3/100K · 27% above avg

Robbery in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Shelbyville
B
35.3
Farragut
C-
104.5
Maryville
B-
56.4
Morristown
B-
63.3
East Ridge
B-
55.8
Tullahoma
B-
59.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Bristol

How bad is robbery in Bristol?
As of 2026, Bristol's robbery rate of 116.7 per 100K is 84% above the national average. It ranks behind 76% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Bristol?
As of 2026, 116.7 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Bristol?
Crime rates in Bristol have been stable overall. Robbery has not shown significant movement.
How does Bristol's robbery compare to Tennessee?
Bristol's robbery rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 116.7 per 100K is nearly double the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Bristol?
Based on the rate of 116.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 857 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Bristol safe from robbery?
Robbery is a concern in Bristol. The rate of 116.7 per 100K is nearly double the national average, ranking behind 76% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Bristol 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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