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Property Crime in Memphis, Tennessee (2026)

5500.0 per 100K · 200% above national avg · Grade F

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Memphis has a property crime rate of 5500.0 per 100K, which is 200% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: F. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 18 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Memphis, Tennessee is 5500.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 200% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Memphis's property crime about 3 times the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Memphis vs State and National Averages

Memphis
5500.0
Tennessee Avg
2009.1
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Memphis

1 in 18

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Memphis in a given year, based on the rate of 5500.0 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 Memphis

F
Violent Crime1900.0/100K · 422% above avg
F
Murder27.9/100K · 389% above avg
F
Assault1402.4/100K · 423% above avg
F
Robbery312.8/100K · 394% above avg
F
Burglary763.2/100K · 183% above avg
F
Theft4760.5/100K · 240% above avg
F
Vehicle Theft1296.8/100K · 307% above avg

Property Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Nashville
D-
3500.0
Knoxville
C+
2174.9
Chattanooga
B-
1928.9
Clarksville
C+
2237.4
Murfreesboro
B-
1979.7
Franklin
C+
2091.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Memphis

How bad is property crime in Memphis?
As of 2026, Memphis's property crime rate of 5500.0 per 100K is 200% above the national average. It ranks behind 99% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Memphis?
As of 2026, 5500.0 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 Memphis?
Crime in Memphis has trended upward recently, though specific property crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Memphis's property crime compare to Tennessee?
Memphis's property crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 5500.0 per 100K is about 3 times the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Memphis?
Based on the rate of 5500.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 18 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 Memphis safe from property crime?
Property Crime is a concern in Memphis. The rate of 5500.0 per 100K is about 3 times the national average, ranking behind 99% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Memphis 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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