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Vehicle Theft in Oakland, Tennessee (2026)

250.8 per 100K · 21% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Oakland has a vehicle theft rate of 250.8 per 100K, which is 21% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 399 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Oakland, Tennessee is 250.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 21% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Oakland's vehicle theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Oakland vs State and National Averages

Oakland
250.8
Tennessee Avg
336.9
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Oakland

1 in 399

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Oakland in a given year, based on the rate of 250.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Vehicle Theft?

Motor vehicle theft is the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, including cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs. It does not include taking a vehicle for temporary use when abandoned by the offender.

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-
Theft1236.1/100K · 12% below avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Union City
B-
249.0
Fairview
C
431.9
Atoka
B-
234.6
Martin
B-
258.4
Paris
B
180.2
Clinton
C+
354.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Oakland

How bad is vehicle theft in Oakland?
As of 2026, Oakland's vehicle theft rate of 250.8 per 100K is 21% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Oakland?
As of 2026, 250.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 318.3 per 100K.
Is vehicle theft increasing in Oakland?
Crime rates in Oakland have been stable overall. Vehicle Theft has not shown significant movement.
How does Oakland's vehicle theft compare to Tennessee?
Oakland performs better than most Tennessee cities on vehicle theft. Its rate of 250.8 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Oakland?
Based on the rate of 250.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 399 residents could be affected by vehicle theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Oakland safe from vehicle theft?
Oakland is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 250.8 per 100K is below 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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