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Robbery in Jackson, Tennessee (2026)

32.7 per 100K · 48% below national avg · Grade B

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Jackson has a robbery rate of 32.7 per 100K, which is 48% below the national average of 63.3. Grade: B. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 3,058 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Jackson, Tennessee is 32.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 48% below the national average of 63.3. That puts Jackson's robbery well below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Jackson vs State and National Averages

Jackson
32.7
Tennessee Avg
73.0
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Jackson

1 in 3,058

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Jackson in a given year, based on the rate of 32.7 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

Other Crime Types in Jackson

B-
Violent Crime347.5/100K · 4% below avg
B-
Property Crime1801.3/100K · 2% below avg
C+
Murder6.8/100K · 19% above avg
B-
Assault239.7/100K · 11% below avg

Robbery in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Hendersonville
B-
62.9
Johnson City
C-
104.9
Smyrna
B-
55.4
Spring Hill
C+
67.4
Kingsport
C+
73.2
Bartlett
B-
49.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Jackson

How bad is robbery in Jackson?
As of 2026, not bad relative to other US cities. Jackson's robbery rate of 32.7 per 100K is 48% below the national average of 63.3. It ranks better than 66% of cities for this crime type.
What is the robbery rate in Jackson?
As of 2026, 32.7 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Jackson?
Overall crime trends in Jackson have been improving, which generally includes robbery.
How does Jackson's robbery compare to Tennessee?
Jackson performs better than most Tennessee cities on robbery. Its rate of 32.7 per 100K is well below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Jackson?
Based on the rate of 32.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 3,058 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Jackson safe from robbery?
Jackson is about average for robbery. The rate of 32.7 per 100K is well below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Jackson 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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