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Theft in Morristown, Tennessee (2026)

1628.0 per 100K · 16% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Morristown has a theft rate of 1628.0 per 100K, which is 16% above the national average of 1401.5. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 61 per year.

In 2026, the theft rate in Morristown, Tennessee is 1628.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% above the national average of 1401.5. That puts Morristown's theft above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Theft Rate: Morristown vs State and National Averages

Morristown
1628.0
Tennessee Avg
1569.0
National Avg
1401.5

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

Your Odds: Theft in Morristown

1 in 61

Approximate chance of being affected by theft in Morristown in a given year, based on the rate of 1628.0 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Theft?

Larceny-theft is the unlawful taking of property from another person. It includes shoplifting, pocket-picking, purse-snatching, bicycle theft, and theft from motor vehicles. It is the most common crime category in the United States.

Other Crime Types in Morristown

C+
Violent Crime445.7/100K · 23% above avg
B-
Property Crime1937.7/100K · 6% above avg
B-
Burglary266.4/100K · 1% below avg
C
Vehicle Theft498.5/100K · 57% above avg

Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Maryville
B-
1175.2
Oak Ridge
C+
1499.6
Cookeville
C+
1703.8
Bristol
B-
1342.7
Germantown
B-
1206.6
Shelbyville
C+
1703.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Theft in Morristown

How bad is theft in Morristown?
As of 2026, Morristown's theft rate of 1628.0 per 100K is 16% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for theft.
What is the theft rate in Morristown?
As of 2026, 1628.0 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1401.5 per 100K.
Is theft increasing in Morristown?
Overall crime trends in Morristown have been improving, which generally includes theft.
How does Morristown's theft compare to Tennessee?
Morristown's theft rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 1628.0 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of theft in Morristown?
Based on the rate of 1628.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 61 residents could be affected by theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Morristown safe from theft?
Morristown is about average for theft. The rate of 1628.0 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Morristown 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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