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Vehicle Theft in Kingsport, Tennessee (2026)

324.6 per 100K · 2% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Kingsport has a vehicle theft rate of 324.6 per 100K, which is 2% above the national average of 318.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 308 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Kingsport, Tennessee is 324.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 2% above the national average of 318.3. That puts Kingsport's vehicle theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Kingsport vs State and National Averages

Kingsport
324.6
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Kingsport

1 in 308

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Kingsport in a given year, based on the rate of 324.6 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 Kingsport

C+
Violent Crime432.0/100K · 19% above avg
C+
Property Crime2049.7/100K · 12% above avg
C+
Burglary304.6/100K · 13% above avg
C+
Theft1685.8/100K · 20% above avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Bartlett
C+
329.9
Gallatin
B
199.8
Spring Hill
B-
319.1
Lebanon
B-
247.4
Collierville
B-
236.6
Smyrna
C
449.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Kingsport

How bad is vehicle theft in Kingsport?
As of 2026, Kingsport's vehicle theft rate of 324.6 per 100K is 2% above the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Kingsport?
As of 2026, 324.6 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 Kingsport?
Overall crime trends in Kingsport have been improving, which generally includes vehicle theft.
How does Kingsport's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Kingsport's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 324.6 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Kingsport?
Based on the rate of 324.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 308 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 Kingsport safe from vehicle theft?
Kingsport is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 324.6 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Kingsport 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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