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Assault in Chattanooga, Tennessee (2026)

287.1 per 100K · 7% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Chattanooga has a assault rate of 287.1 per 100K, which is 7% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 348 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Chattanooga, Tennessee is 287.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 7% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Chattanooga's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Chattanooga vs State and National Averages

Chattanooga
287.1
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Chattanooga

1 in 348

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Chattanooga in a given year, based on the rate of 287.1 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 Chattanooga

C+
Violent Crime434.7/100K · 19% above avg
B-
Property Crime1928.9/100K · 5% above avg
C+
Murder6.0/100K · 5% above avg
B-
Robbery61.3/100K · 3% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Clarksville
C+
280.4
Knoxville
B-
258.7
Murfreesboro
B-
226.6
Franklin
C
409.8
Johnson City
C+
300.1
Jackson
B-
239.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Chattanooga

How bad is assault in Chattanooga?
As of 2026, Chattanooga's assault rate of 287.1 per 100K is 7% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Chattanooga?
As of 2026, 287.1 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 Chattanooga?
Crime in Chattanooga has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Chattanooga's assault compare to Tennessee?
Chattanooga's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 287.1 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Chattanooga?
Based on the rate of 287.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 348 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 Chattanooga safe from assault?
Chattanooga is about average for assault. The rate of 287.1 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Chattanooga 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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