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Assault in Dyersburg, Tennessee (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Dyersburg has a assault rate of 253.5 per 100K, which is 5% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 394 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Dyersburg, Tennessee is 253.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Dyersburg's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Dyersburg vs State and National Averages

Dyersburg
253.5
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Dyersburg

1 in 394

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Dyersburg in a given year, based on the rate of 253.5 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Dyersburg

B-
Violent Crime339.7/100K · 7% below avg
C+
Property Crime2078.0/100K · 13% above avg
B-
Murder4.1/100K · 28% below avg
B-
Robbery63.0/100K · 0% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Nolensville
C+
350.4
Arlington
C+
278.9
Greeneville
C+
349.8
Athens
C
373.0
Dickson
C+
273.6
Lakeland
C+
345.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Dyersburg

How bad is assault in Dyersburg?
As of 2026, Dyersburg's assault rate of 253.5 per 100K is 5% below the national average. It ranks behind 48% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Dyersburg?
As of 2026, 253.5 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Dyersburg?
Crime rates in Dyersburg have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Dyersburg's assault compare to Tennessee?
Dyersburg's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 253.5 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Dyersburg?
Based on the rate of 253.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 394 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Dyersburg safe from assault?
Dyersburg is about average for assault. The rate of 253.5 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Dyersburg 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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