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Violent Crime in Morristown, Tennessee (2026)

445.7 per 100K · 23% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Morristown has a violent crime rate of 445.7 per 100K, which is 23% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 224 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Morristown, Tennessee is 445.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Morristown's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Morristown vs State and National Averages

Morristown
445.7
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Morristown

1 in 224

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Morristown in a given year, based on the rate of 445.7 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 Morristown

B-
Property Crime1937.7/100K · 6% above avg
C
Murder8.7/100K · 53% above avg
C
Assault385.3/100K · 44% above avg
B-
Robbery63.3/100K · 0% below avg
B-
Burglary266.4/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Theft1628.0/100K · 16% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft498.5/100K · 57% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Maryville
B-
339.2
Oak Ridge
C+
389.2
Cookeville
C+
456.2
Bristol
C
460.6
Germantown
C+
368.2
Shelbyville
B-
341.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Morristown

How bad is violent crime in Morristown?
As of 2026, Morristown's violent crime rate of 445.7 per 100K is 23% above the national average. It ranks behind 59% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Morristown?
As of 2026, 445.7 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 Morristown?
Overall crime trends in Morristown have been improving, which generally includes violent crime.
How does Morristown's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Morristown's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 445.7 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Morristown?
Based on the rate of 445.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 224 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 Morristown safe from violent crime?
Morristown is about average for violent crime. The rate of 445.7 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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