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Assault in Lebanon, Tennessee (2026)

316.2 per 100K · 18% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Lebanon has a assault rate of 316.2 per 100K, which is 18% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 316 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Lebanon, Tennessee is 316.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Lebanon's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Lebanon vs State and National Averages

Lebanon
316.2
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Lebanon

1 in 316

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Lebanon in a given year, based on the rate of 316.2 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 Lebanon

C+
Violent Crime402.6/100K · 11% above avg
C+
Property Crime2173.5/100K · 19% above avg
B-
Murder5.5/100K · 4% below avg
C
Robbery90.8/100K · 43% above avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Gallatin
C
366.5
Collierville
C+
351.0
Cleveland
C+
345.0
Bartlett
B-
259.5
Columbia
C+
309.4
Kingsport
C+
276.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Lebanon

How bad is assault in Lebanon?
As of 2026, Lebanon's assault rate of 316.2 per 100K is 18% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Lebanon?
As of 2026, 316.2 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 Lebanon?
Crime rates in Lebanon have been stable overall. Assault has not shown significant movement.
How does Lebanon's assault compare to Tennessee?
Lebanon performs better than most Tennessee cities on assault. Its rate of 316.2 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Lebanon?
Based on the rate of 316.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 316 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 Lebanon safe from assault?
Lebanon is about average for assault. The rate of 316.2 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Lebanon 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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