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Property Crime in Nashville, Tennessee (2026)

3500.0 per 100K · 91% above national avg · Grade D-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Nashville has a property crime rate of 3500.0 per 100K, which is 91% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: D-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 29 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Nashville, Tennessee is 3500.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 91% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Nashville's property crime nearly double the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Nashville vs State and National Averages

Nashville
3500.0
Tennessee Avg
2009.1
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Nashville

1 in 29

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Nashville in a given year, based on the rate of 3500.0 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 Nashville

F
Violent Crime950.0/100K · 161% above avg
D-
Murder13.1/100K · 130% above avg
D-
Assault672.8/100K · 151% above avg
F
Robbery169.3/100K · 167% above avg
C-
Burglary480.3/100K · 78% above avg
D
Theft2918.0/100K · 108% above avg
C-
Vehicle Theft556.4/100K · 75% above avg

Property Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Memphis
F
5500.0
Knoxville
C+
2174.9
Chattanooga
B-
1928.9
Clarksville
C+
2237.4
Murfreesboro
B-
1979.7
Franklin
C+
2091.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Nashville

How bad is property crime in Nashville?
As of 2026, Nashville's property crime rate of 3500.0 per 100K is 91% above the national average. It ranks behind 89% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Nashville?
As of 2026, 3500.0 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 Nashville?
Crime in Nashville has trended upward recently, though specific property crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Nashville's property crime compare to Tennessee?
Nashville's property crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 3500.0 per 100K is nearly double the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Nashville?
Based on the rate of 3500.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 29 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 Nashville safe from property crime?
Property Crime is a concern in Nashville. The rate of 3500.0 per 100K is nearly double the national average, ranking behind 89% 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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