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Vehicle Theft in Clarksville, Tennessee (2026)

359.5 per 100K · 13% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Clarksville has a vehicle theft rate of 359.5 per 100K, which is 13% above the national average of 318.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 278 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Clarksville, Tennessee is 359.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 13% above the national average of 318.3. That puts Clarksville's vehicle theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Clarksville vs State and National Averages

Clarksville
359.5
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Clarksville

1 in 278

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Clarksville in a given year, based on the rate of 359.5 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 Clarksville

C+
Violent Crime363.1/100K · 0% below avg
C+
Property Crime2237.4/100K · 22% above avg
C+
Burglary277.7/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Theft1525.1/100K · 9% above avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
C+
375.5
Knoxville
B-
297.1
Murfreesboro
B
195.5
Franklin
B-
308.4
Johnson City
B-
286.7
Jackson
B-
279.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Clarksville

How bad is vehicle theft in Clarksville?
As of 2026, Clarksville's vehicle theft rate of 359.5 per 100K is 13% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Clarksville?
As of 2026, 359.5 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 Clarksville?
Overall crime trends in Clarksville have been improving, which generally includes vehicle theft.
How does Clarksville's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Clarksville's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 359.5 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Clarksville?
Based on the rate of 359.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 278 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 Clarksville safe from vehicle theft?
Clarksville is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 359.5 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Clarksville 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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