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Violent Crime in Cookeville, Tennessee (2026)

456.2 per 100K · 25% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Cookeville has a violent crime rate of 456.2 per 100K, which is 25% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 219 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Cookeville, Tennessee is 456.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Cookeville's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Cookeville vs State and National Averages

Cookeville
456.2
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Cookeville

1 in 219

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Cookeville in a given year, based on the rate of 456.2 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 Cookeville

C+
Property Crime2114.9/100K · 15% above avg
C
Murder8.6/100K · 51% above avg
C+
Assault282.3/100K · 5% above avg
C
Robbery95.6/100K · 51% above avg
C
Burglary403.6/100K · 50% above avg
C+
Theft1703.8/100K · 22% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft460.2/100K · 45% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Germantown
C+
368.2
Oak Ridge
C+
389.2
La Vergne
C+
366.2
Morristown
C+
445.7
Maryville
B-
339.2
Mount Juliet
B-
342.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Cookeville

How bad is violent crime in Cookeville?
As of 2026, Cookeville's violent crime rate of 456.2 per 100K is 25% above the national average. It ranks behind 60% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Cookeville?
As of 2026, 456.2 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 Cookeville?
Crime in Cookeville has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Cookeville's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Cookeville performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 456.2 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Cookeville?
Based on the rate of 456.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 219 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 Cookeville safe from violent crime?
Cookeville is about average for violent crime. The rate of 456.2 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Cookeville 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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