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Robbery in Nashville, Tennessee (2026)

169.3 per 100K · 167% above national avg · Grade F

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Nashville has a robbery rate of 169.3 per 100K, which is 167% above the national average of 63.3. Grade: F. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 591 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Nashville, Tennessee is 169.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 167% above the national average of 63.3. That puts Nashville's robbery roughly two and a half times the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Nashville vs State and National Averages

Nashville
169.3
Tennessee Avg
73.0
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Nashville

1 in 591

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Nashville in a given year, based on the rate of 169.3 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 Nashville

F
Violent Crime950.0/100K · 161% above avg
D-
Property Crime3500.0/100K · 91% above avg
D-
Murder13.1/100K · 130% above avg
D-
Assault672.8/100K · 151% above avg

Robbery in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Memphis
F
312.8
Knoxville
C
94.3
Chattanooga
B-
61.3
Clarksville
B-
59.1
Murfreesboro
B-
59.3
Franklin
B-
64.2

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Nashville

How bad is robbery in Nashville?
As of 2026, Nashville's robbery rate of 169.3 per 100K is 167% above the national average. It ranks behind 92% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Nashville?
As of 2026, 169.3 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 Nashville?
Crime in Nashville has trended upward recently, though specific robbery trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Nashville's robbery compare to Tennessee?
Nashville's robbery rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 169.3 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Nashville?
Based on the rate of 169.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 591 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 Nashville safe from robbery?
Robbery is a concern in Nashville. The rate of 169.3 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average, ranking behind 92% 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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