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Theft in Oakland, Tennessee (2026)

1236.1 per 100K · 12% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Oakland has a theft rate of 1236.1 per 100K, which is 12% below the national average of 1401.5. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 81 per year.

In 2026, the theft rate in Oakland, Tennessee is 1236.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% below the national average of 1401.5. That puts Oakland's theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Theft Rate: Oakland vs State and National Averages

Oakland
1236.1
Tennessee Avg
1569.0
National Avg
1401.5

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

Your Odds: Theft in Oakland

1 in 81

Approximate chance of being affected by theft in Oakland in a given year, based on the rate of 1236.1 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Theft?

Larceny-theft is the unlawful taking of property from another person. It includes shoplifting, pocket-picking, purse-snatching, bicycle theft, and theft from motor vehicles. It is the most common crime category in the United States.

Other Crime Types in Oakland

C+
Violent Crime385.2/100K · 6% above avg
B-
Property Crime1945.7/100K · 6% above avg
B-
Burglary222.4/100K · 18% below avg
B-
Vehicle Theft250.8/100K · 21% below avg

Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Union City
C
1904.3
Fairview
B-
1201.3
Atoka
B-
1316.5
Martin
B-
1169.4
Paris
B-
1422.1
Clinton
C+
1475.4

Frequently Asked Questions About Theft in Oakland

How bad is theft in Oakland?
As of 2026, Oakland's theft rate of 1236.1 per 100K is 12% below the national average. It ranks behind 46% of US cities for theft.
What is the theft rate in Oakland?
As of 2026, 1236.1 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1401.5 per 100K.
Is theft increasing in Oakland?
Crime rates in Oakland have been stable overall. Theft has not shown significant movement.
How does Oakland's theft compare to Tennessee?
Oakland performs better than most Tennessee cities on theft. Its rate of 1236.1 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of theft in Oakland?
Based on the rate of 1236.1 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 81 residents could be affected by theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Oakland safe from theft?
Oakland is about average for theft. The rate of 1236.1 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Oakland 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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