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Violent Crime in Nashville, Tennessee (2026)

950.0 per 100K · 161% above national avg · Grade F

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Nashville has a violent crime rate of 950.0 per 100K, which is 161% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: F. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 105 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Nashville, Tennessee is 950.0 per 100,000 residents, which is 161% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Nashville's violent crime roughly two and a half times the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Nashville vs State and National Averages

Nashville
950.0
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Nashville

1 in 105

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Nashville in a given year, based on the rate of 950.0 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 Nashville

D-
Property Crime3500.0/100K · 91% 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

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Memphis
F
1900.0
Knoxville
C+
402.0
Chattanooga
C+
434.7
Clarksville
C+
363.1
Murfreesboro
C+
360.2
Franklin
C
485.5

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Nashville

How bad is violent crime in Nashville?
As of 2026, Nashville's violent crime rate of 950.0 per 100K is 161% above the national average. It ranks behind 93% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Nashville?
As of 2026, 950.0 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 Nashville?
Crime in Nashville has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Nashville's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Nashville's violent crime rate is higher than many Tennessee cities. The rate of 950.0 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Nashville?
Based on the rate of 950.0 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 105 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 Nashville safe from violent crime?
Violent Crime is a concern in Nashville. The rate of 950.0 per 100K is roughly two and a half times the national average, ranking behind 93% 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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