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Violent Crime in Lebanon, Tennessee (2026)

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

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Lebanon has a violent crime rate of 402.6 per 100K, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 248 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Lebanon, Tennessee is 402.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 11% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Lebanon's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Lebanon vs State and National Averages

Lebanon
402.6
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Lebanon

1 in 248

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Lebanon in a given year, based on the rate of 402.6 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 Lebanon

C+
Property Crime2173.5/100K · 19% above avg
B-
Murder5.5/100K · 4% below avg
C+
Assault316.2/100K · 18% above avg
C
Robbery90.8/100K · 43% above avg
C+
Burglary322.2/100K · 19% above avg
C
Theft1956.7/100K · 40% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft247.4/100K · 22% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Gallatin
C+
438.9
Collierville
C+
440.7
Cleveland
C+
455.7
Bartlett
C+
370.4
Columbia
C+
442.8
Kingsport
C+
432.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Lebanon

How bad is violent crime in Lebanon?
As of 2026, Lebanon's violent crime rate of 402.6 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 Lebanon?
As of 2026, 402.6 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 Lebanon?
Crime rates in Lebanon have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Lebanon's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Lebanon performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 402.6 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Lebanon?
Based on the rate of 402.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 248 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 Lebanon safe from violent crime?
Lebanon is about average for violent crime. The rate of 402.6 per 100K is close to 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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