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Violent Crime in Murfreesboro, Tennessee (2026)

360.2 per 100K · 1% below national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Murfreesboro has a violent crime rate of 360.2 per 100K, which is 1% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 278 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is 360.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Murfreesboro's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Murfreesboro vs State and National Averages

Murfreesboro
360.2
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Murfreesboro

1 in 278

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Murfreesboro in a given year, based on the rate of 360.2 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 Murfreesboro

B-
Property Crime1979.7/100K · 8% above 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

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Clarksville
C+
363.1
Chattanooga
C+
434.7
Knoxville
C+
402.0
Franklin
C
485.5
Johnson City
C+
456.4
Jackson
B-
347.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Murfreesboro

How bad is violent crime in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, Murfreesboro's violent crime rate of 360.2 per 100K is 1% below the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Murfreesboro?
As of 2026, 360.2 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 Murfreesboro?
Crime in Murfreesboro has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Murfreesboro's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Murfreesboro's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 360.2 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Murfreesboro?
Based on the rate of 360.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 278 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 Murfreesboro safe from violent crime?
Murfreesboro is about average for violent crime. The rate of 360.2 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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