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Vehicle Theft in Goodlettsville, Tennessee (2026)

267.5 per 100K · 16% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Goodlettsville has a vehicle theft rate of 267.5 per 100K, which is 16% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 374 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Goodlettsville, Tennessee is 267.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Goodlettsville's vehicle theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Goodlettsville vs State and National Averages

Goodlettsville
267.5
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Goodlettsville

1 in 374

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Goodlettsville in a given year, based on the rate of 267.5 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 Goodlettsville

B-
Violent Crime325.8/100K · 10% below avg
C+
Property Crime2130.6/100K · 16% above avg
C+
Burglary334.9/100K · 24% above avg
C+
Theft1774.8/100K · 27% above avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
White House
C+
401.6
Dickson
C+
383.7
Greeneville
C+
329.5
Sevierville
C
482.6
Dyersburg
C+
360.4
Nolensville
B
161.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Goodlettsville

How bad is vehicle theft in Goodlettsville?
As of 2026, Goodlettsville's vehicle theft rate of 267.5 per 100K is 16% below the national average. It ranks behind 45% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Goodlettsville?
As of 2026, 267.5 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 Goodlettsville?
Crime in Goodlettsville has trended upward recently, though specific vehicle theft trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Goodlettsville's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Goodlettsville's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 267.5 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Goodlettsville?
Based on the rate of 267.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 374 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 Goodlettsville safe from vehicle theft?
Goodlettsville is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 267.5 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Goodlettsville 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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