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Robbery in Murfreesboro, Tennessee (2026)

59.3 per 100K · 6% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Murfreesboro has a robbery rate of 59.3 per 100K, which is 6% below the national average of 63.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 1,686 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is 59.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 6% below the national average of 63.3. That puts Murfreesboro's robbery close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Murfreesboro vs State and National Averages

Murfreesboro
59.3
Tennessee Avg
73.0
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Murfreesboro

1 in 1,686

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Murfreesboro in a given year, based on the rate of 59.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

Other Crime Types in Murfreesboro

C+
Violent Crime360.2/100K · 1% below avg
B-
Property Crime1979.7/100K · 8% above avg
C+
Murder5.9/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Assault226.6/100K · 16% below avg

Robbery in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Clarksville
B-
59.1
Chattanooga
B-
61.3
Knoxville
C
94.3
Franklin
B-
64.2
Johnson City
C-
104.9
Jackson
B
32.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Murfreesboro

How bad is robbery in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, Murfreesboro's robbery rate of 59.3 per 100K is 6% below the national average. It ranks behind 48% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, 59.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Murfreesboro?
Crime in Murfreesboro has trended upward recently, though specific robbery trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Murfreesboro's robbery compare to Tennessee?
Murfreesboro's robbery rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 59.3 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Murfreesboro?
Based on the rate of 59.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 1,686 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Murfreesboro safe from robbery?
Murfreesboro is about average for robbery. The rate of 59.3 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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