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Property Crime in Murfreesboro, Tennessee (2026)

1979.7 per 100K · 8% above national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Murfreesboro has a property crime rate of 1979.7 per 100K, which is 8% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 51 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is 1979.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Murfreesboro's property crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Murfreesboro vs State and National Averages

Murfreesboro
1979.7
Tennessee Avg
2009.1
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Murfreesboro

1 in 51

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Murfreesboro in a given year, based on the rate of 1979.7 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 Murfreesboro

C+
Violent Crime360.2/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Murder5.9/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Assault226.6/100K · 16% below avg
B-
Robbery59.3/100K · 6% below avg
B-
Burglary219.1/100K · 19% below avg
C+
Theft1745.1/100K · 25% above avg
B
Vehicle Theft195.5/100K · 39% below avg

Property Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Clarksville
C+
2237.4
Chattanooga
B-
1928.9
Knoxville
C+
2174.9
Franklin
C+
2091.3
Johnson City
C+
2294.4
Jackson
B-
1801.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Murfreesboro

How bad is property crime in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, Murfreesboro's property crime rate of 1979.7 per 100K is 8% above the national average. It ranks behind 49% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, 1979.7 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 Murfreesboro?
Crime in Murfreesboro has trended upward recently, though specific property crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Murfreesboro's property crime compare to Tennessee?
Murfreesboro's property crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 1979.7 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Murfreesboro?
Based on the rate of 1979.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 51 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 Murfreesboro safe from property crime?
Murfreesboro is about average for property crime. The rate of 1979.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Murfreesboro 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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