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Violent Crime in Portland, Tennessee (2026)

406.3 per 100K · 12% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Portland has a violent crime rate of 406.3 per 100K, which is 12% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 246 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Portland, Tennessee is 406.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Portland's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Portland vs State and National Averages

Portland
406.3
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Portland

1 in 246

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Portland in a given year, based on the rate of 406.3 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 Portland

B-
Property Crime1958.7/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Murder6.1/100K · 7% above avg
C+
Assault312.4/100K · 16% above avg
B-
Robbery59.2/100K · 6% below avg
B-
Burglary222.6/100K · 17% below avg
C+
Theft1543.9/100K · 10% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft427.9/100K · 34% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Alcoa
B-
330.4
Manchester
B-
340.1
Lewisburg
C+
359.2
Soddy-Daisy
C+
446.7
McMinnville
C+
399.2
Crossville
B-
328.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Portland

How bad is violent crime in Portland?
As of 2026, Portland's violent crime rate of 406.3 per 100K is 12% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Portland?
As of 2026, 406.3 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 Portland?
Crime in Portland has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Portland's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Portland performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 406.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Portland?
Based on the rate of 406.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 246 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 Portland safe from violent crime?
Portland is about average for violent crime. The rate of 406.3 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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