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Vehicle Theft in Cleveland, Tennessee (2026)

255.7 per 100K · 20% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Cleveland has a vehicle theft rate of 255.7 per 100K, which is 20% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 391 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Cleveland, Tennessee is 255.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 20% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Cleveland's vehicle theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Cleveland vs State and National Averages

Cleveland
255.7
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Cleveland

1 in 391

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Cleveland in a given year, based on the rate of 255.7 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 Cleveland

C+
Violent Crime455.7/100K · 25% above avg
C+
Property Crime2066.4/100K · 13% above avg
B-
Burglary240.0/100K · 11% below avg
C+
Theft1698.2/100K · 21% above avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Collierville
B-
236.6
Columbia
B-
281.0
Lebanon
B-
247.4
Gallatin
B
199.8
Bartlett
C+
329.9
Brentwood
B
185.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Cleveland

How bad is vehicle theft in Cleveland?
As of 2026, Cleveland's vehicle theft rate of 255.7 per 100K is 20% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Cleveland?
As of 2026, 255.7 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 Cleveland?
Crime in Cleveland has trended upward recently, though specific vehicle theft trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Cleveland's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Cleveland's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 255.7 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Cleveland?
Based on the rate of 255.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 391 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 Cleveland safe from vehicle theft?
Cleveland is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 255.7 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Cleveland 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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