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Violent Crime in Clinton, Tennessee (2026)

346.6 per 100K · 5% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Clinton has a violent crime rate of 346.6 per 100K, which is 5% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 289 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Clinton, Tennessee is 346.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Clinton's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Clinton vs State and National Averages

Clinton
346.6
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Clinton

1 in 289

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Clinton in a given year, based on the rate of 346.6 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 Clinton

B
Property Crime1640.0/100K · 10% below avg
C+
Murder6.2/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Assault223.4/100K · 17% below avg
B-
Robbery52.0/100K · 18% below avg
B-
Burglary261.2/100K · 3% below avg
C+
Theft1475.4/100K · 5% above avg
C+
Vehicle Theft354.0/100K · 11% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Paris
B-
333.0
Winchester
C+
394.8
Atoka
C+
366.0
Union City
C+
455.8
Oakland
C+
385.2
Fairview
C+
440.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Clinton

How bad is violent crime in Clinton?
As of 2026, Clinton's violent crime rate of 346.6 per 100K is 5% below the national average. It ranks behind 50% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Clinton?
As of 2026, 346.6 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 Clinton?
Crime in Clinton has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Clinton's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Clinton performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 346.6 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Clinton?
Based on the rate of 346.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 289 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 Clinton safe from violent crime?
Clinton is about average for violent crime. The rate of 346.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Clinton 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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