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Assault in Portland, Tennessee (2026)

312.4 per 100K · 16% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Portland has a assault rate of 312.4 per 100K, which is 16% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 320 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Portland, Tennessee is 312.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Portland's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Portland vs State and National Averages

Portland
312.4
Tennessee Avg
318.6
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Portland

1 in 320

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Portland in a given year, based on the rate of 312.4 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Portland

C+
Violent Crime406.3/100K · 12% above avg
B-
Property Crime1958.7/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Murder6.1/100K · 7% above avg
B-
Robbery59.2/100K · 6% below avg

Assault in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Alcoa
B-
261.0
Manchester
C+
274.1
Lewisburg
B-
224.3
Soddy-Daisy
C+
302.3
McMinnville
B-
256.2
Crossville
C+
277.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Portland

How bad is assault in Portland?
As of 2026, Portland's assault rate of 312.4 per 100K is 16% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Portland?
As of 2026, 312.4 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Portland?
Crime in Portland has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Portland's assault compare to Tennessee?
Portland performs better than most Tennessee cities on assault. Its rate of 312.4 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Portland?
Based on the rate of 312.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 320 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Portland safe from assault?
Portland is about average for assault. The rate of 312.4 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Portland 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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