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Assault in East Ridge, Tennessee (2026)

281.6 per 100K · 5% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

East Ridge has a assault rate of 281.6 per 100K, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 355 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in East Ridge, Tennessee is 281.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 5% above the national average of 268.2. That puts East Ridge's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: East Ridge vs State and National Averages

East Ridge
281.6
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in East Ridge

1 in 355

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in East Ridge in a given year, based on the rate of 281.6 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 East Ridge

C+
Violent Crime375.3/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Property Crime2113.1/100K · 15% above avg
B-
Murder4.8/100K · 16% below avg
B-
Robbery55.8/100K · 12% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Tullahoma
C+
277.7
Springfield
B-
268.7
Sevierville
B-
266.8
Farragut
B-
269.3
White House
C+
279.5
Shelbyville
B-
258.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in East Ridge

How bad is assault in East Ridge?
As of 2026, East Ridge's assault rate of 281.6 per 100K is 5% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in East Ridge?
As of 2026, 281.6 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 East Ridge?
Overall crime trends in East Ridge have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does East Ridge's assault compare to Tennessee?
East Ridge's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 281.6 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in East Ridge?
Based on the rate of 281.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 355 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 East Ridge safe from assault?
East Ridge is about average for assault. The rate of 281.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to East Ridge 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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