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Violent Crime in Oak Ridge, Tennessee (2026)

389.2 per 100K · 7% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Oak Ridge has a violent crime rate of 389.2 per 100K, which is 7% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 257 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Oak Ridge, Tennessee is 389.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 7% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Oak Ridge's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Oak Ridge vs State and National Averages

Oak Ridge
389.2
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Oak Ridge

1 in 257

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Oak Ridge in a given year, based on the rate of 389.2 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 Oak Ridge

B-
Property Crime1738.9/100K · 5% below avg
C+
Murder7.5/100K · 32% above avg
C+
Assault285.9/100K · 7% above avg
B
Robbery39.9/100K · 37% below avg
C+
Burglary297.9/100K · 10% above avg
C+
Theft1499.6/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Vehicle Theft388.0/100K · 22% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Morristown
C+
445.7
Cookeville
C+
456.2
Maryville
B-
339.2
Germantown
C+
368.2
La Vergne
C+
366.2
Bristol
C
460.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Oak Ridge

How bad is violent crime in Oak Ridge?
As of 2026, Oak Ridge's violent crime rate of 389.2 per 100K is 7% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Oak Ridge?
As of 2026, 389.2 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 Oak Ridge?
Crime in Oak Ridge has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Oak Ridge's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Oak Ridge performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 389.2 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Oak Ridge?
Based on the rate of 389.2 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 257 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 Oak Ridge safe from violent crime?
Oak Ridge is about average for violent crime. The rate of 389.2 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Oak Ridge 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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