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Theft in Portland, Tennessee (2026)

1543.9 per 100K · 10% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Portland has a theft rate of 1543.9 per 100K, which is 10% above the national average of 1401.5. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 65 per year.

In 2026, the theft rate in Portland, Tennessee is 1543.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 10% above the national average of 1401.5. That puts Portland's theft close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Theft Rate: Portland vs State and National Averages

Portland
1543.9
Tennessee Avg
1569.0
National Avg
1401.5

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

Your Odds: Theft in Portland

1 in 65

Approximate chance of being affected by theft in Portland in a given year, based on the rate of 1543.9 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 Portland

C+
Violent Crime406.3/100K · 12% above avg
B-
Property Crime1958.7/100K · 7% above avg
B-
Burglary222.6/100K · 17% below avg
C
Vehicle Theft427.9/100K · 34% above avg

Theft in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Alcoa
C+
1666.2
Manchester
B-
1384.6
Lewisburg
C+
1490.1
Soddy-Daisy
B-
1180.7
McMinnville
C+
1804.1
Crossville
B-
1363.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Theft in Portland

How bad is theft in Portland?
As of 2026, Portland's theft rate of 1543.9 per 100K is 10% above the national average. It ranks behind 53% of US cities for theft.
What is the theft rate in Portland?
As of 2026, 1543.9 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 Portland?
Crime in Portland has trended upward recently, though specific theft trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Portland's theft compare to Tennessee?
Portland performs better than most Tennessee cities on theft. Its rate of 1543.9 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of theft in Portland?
Based on the rate of 1543.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 65 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 Portland safe from theft?
Portland is about average for theft. The rate of 1543.9 per 100K is close to 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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