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Violent Crime in Knoxville, Tennessee (2026)

402.0 per 100K · 11% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Knoxville has a violent crime rate of 402.0 per 100K, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 249 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Knoxville, Tennessee is 402.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Knoxville's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Knoxville vs State and National Averages

Knoxville
402.0
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Knoxville

1 in 249

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Knoxville in a given year, based on the rate of 402.0 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Knoxville

C+
Property Crime2174.9/100K · 19% 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

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Chattanooga
C+
434.7
Clarksville
C+
363.1
Murfreesboro
C+
360.2
Franklin
C
485.5
Johnson City
C+
456.4
Jackson
B-
347.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Knoxville

How bad is violent crime in Knoxville?
As of 2026, Knoxville's violent crime rate of 402.0 per 100K is 11% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Knoxville?
As of 2026, 402.0 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Knoxville?
Crime in Knoxville has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Knoxville's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Knoxville's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 402.0 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Knoxville?
Based on the rate of 402.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 249 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Knoxville safe from violent crime?
Knoxville is about average for violent crime. The rate of 402.0 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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