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Violent Crime in Chattanooga, Tennessee (2026)

434.7 per 100K · 19% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Chattanooga has a violent crime rate of 434.7 per 100K, which is 19% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 230 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Chattanooga, Tennessee is 434.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 19% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Chattanooga's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Chattanooga vs State and National Averages

Chattanooga
434.7
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Chattanooga

1 in 230

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Chattanooga in a given year, based on the rate of 434.7 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Chattanooga

B-
Property Crime1928.9/100K · 5% above avg
C+
Murder6.0/100K · 5% above avg
C+
Assault287.1/100K · 7% above avg
B-
Robbery61.3/100K · 3% below avg
B-
Burglary219.9/100K · 18% below avg
B-
Theft1194.4/100K · 15% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft375.5/100K · 18% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Clarksville
C+
363.1
Knoxville
C+
402.0
Murfreesboro
C+
360.2
Franklin
C
485.5
Johnson City
C+
456.4
Jackson
B-
347.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Chattanooga

How bad is violent crime in Chattanooga?
As of 2026, Chattanooga's violent crime rate of 434.7 per 100K is 19% above the national average. It ranks behind 58% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Chattanooga?
As of 2026, 434.7 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Chattanooga?
Crime in Chattanooga has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Chattanooga's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Chattanooga's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 434.7 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Chattanooga?
Based on the rate of 434.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 230 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Chattanooga safe from violent crime?
Chattanooga is about average for violent crime. The rate of 434.7 per 100K is above 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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