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Assault in Knoxville, Tennessee (2026)

258.7 per 100K · 4% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Knoxville has a assault rate of 258.7 per 100K, which is 4% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 387 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Knoxville, Tennessee is 258.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 4% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Knoxville's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Knoxville vs State and National Averages

Knoxville
258.7
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Knoxville

1 in 387

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Knoxville in a given year, based on the rate of 258.7 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 Knoxville

C+
Violent Crime402.0/100K · 11% above avg
C+
Property Crime2174.9/100K · 19% above avg
C+
Murder6.5/100K · 14% above avg
C
Robbery94.3/100K · 49% above avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
C+
287.1
Clarksville
C+
280.4
Murfreesboro
B-
226.6
Franklin
C
409.8
Johnson City
C+
300.1
Jackson
B-
239.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Knoxville

How bad is assault in Knoxville?
As of 2026, Knoxville's assault rate of 258.7 per 100K is 4% below the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Knoxville?
As of 2026, 258.7 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 Knoxville?
Crime in Knoxville has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Knoxville's assault compare to Tennessee?
Knoxville's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 258.7 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Knoxville?
Based on the rate of 258.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 387 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 Knoxville safe from assault?
Knoxville is about average for assault. The rate of 258.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Knoxville 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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