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Property Crime in Knoxville, Tennessee (2026)

2174.9 per 100K · 19% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Knoxville has a property crime rate of 2174.9 per 100K, which is 19% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 46 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Knoxville, Tennessee is 2174.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 19% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Knoxville's property crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Knoxville vs State and National Averages

Knoxville
2174.9
Tennessee Avg
2009.1
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Knoxville

1 in 46

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Knoxville in a given year, based on the rate of 2174.9 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Property Crime?

Property crime involves the taking of money or property without force or threat of force against a victim. It includes burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.

Other Crime Types in Knoxville

C+
Violent Crime402.0/100K · 11% above avg
C+
Murder6.5/100K · 14% above avg
B-
Assault258.7/100K · 4% below avg
C
Robbery94.3/100K · 49% above avg
C+
Burglary338.5/100K · 25% above avg
B-
Theft1385.6/100K · 1% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft297.1/100K · 7% below avg

Property Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
B-
1928.9
Clarksville
C+
2237.4
Murfreesboro
B-
1979.7
Franklin
C+
2091.3
Johnson City
C+
2294.4
Jackson
B-
1801.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Knoxville

How bad is property crime in Knoxville?
As of 2026, Knoxville's property crime rate of 2174.9 per 100K is 19% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Knoxville?
As of 2026, 2174.9 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1832.3 per 100K.
Is property crime increasing in Knoxville?
Crime in Knoxville has trended upward recently, though specific property crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Knoxville's property crime compare to Tennessee?
Knoxville's property crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 2174.9 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Knoxville?
Based on the rate of 2174.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 46 residents could be affected by property crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Knoxville safe from property crime?
Knoxville is about average for property crime. The rate of 2174.9 per 100K is above 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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