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Assault in Nashville, Tennessee (2026)

672.8 per 100K · 151% above national avg · Grade D-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Nashville has a assault rate of 672.8 per 100K, which is 151% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: D-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 149 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Nashville, Tennessee is 672.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 151% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Nashville's assault roughly two and a half times the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Nashville vs State and National Averages

Nashville
672.8
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Nashville

1 in 149

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Nashville in a given year, based on the rate of 672.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Nashville

F
Violent Crime950.0/100K · 161% above avg
D-
Property Crime3500.0/100K · 91% above avg
D-
Murder13.1/100K · 130% above avg
F
Robbery169.3/100K · 167% above avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Memphis
F
1402.4
Knoxville
B-
258.7
Chattanooga
C+
287.1
Clarksville
C+
280.4
Murfreesboro
B-
226.6
Franklin
C
409.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Nashville

How bad is assault in Nashville?
As of 2026, Nashville's assault rate of 672.8 per 100K is 151% above the national average. It ranks behind 90% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Nashville?
As of 2026, 672.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Nashville?
Crime in Nashville has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Nashville's assault compare to Tennessee?
Nashville's assault rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 672.8 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Nashville?
Based on the rate of 672.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 149 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Nashville safe from assault?
Assault is a concern in Nashville. The rate of 672.8 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average, ranking behind 90% of US cities. Take extra precautions.
Back to Nashville 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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