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Violent Crime in Clarksville, Tennessee (2026)

363.1 per 100K · 0% below national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Clarksville has a violent crime rate of 363.1 per 100K, which is 0% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 275 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Clarksville, Tennessee is 363.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 0% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Clarksville's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Clarksville vs State and National Averages

Clarksville
363.1
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Clarksville

1 in 275

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Clarksville in a given year, based on the rate of 363.1 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 Clarksville

C+
Property Crime2237.4/100K · 22% above avg
C+
Murder6.3/100K · 11% above avg
C+
Assault280.4/100K · 5% above avg
B-
Robbery59.1/100K · 7% below avg
C+
Burglary277.7/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Theft1525.1/100K · 9% above avg
C+
Vehicle Theft359.5/100K · 13% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
C+
434.7
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 Clarksville

How bad is violent crime in Clarksville?
As of 2026, Clarksville's violent crime rate of 363.1 per 100K is 0% below the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Clarksville?
As of 2026, 363.1 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 Clarksville?
Overall crime trends in Clarksville have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Clarksville's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Clarksville's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 363.1 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Clarksville?
Based on the rate of 363.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 275 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 Clarksville safe from violent crime?
Clarksville is about average for violent crime. The rate of 363.1 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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