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Violent Crime in Springfield, Tennessee (2026)

426.4 per 100K · 17% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Springfield has a violent crime rate of 426.4 per 100K, which is 17% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 235 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Springfield, Tennessee is 426.4 per 100,000 residents, which is 17% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Springfield's violent crime above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Springfield vs State and National Averages

Springfield
426.4
Tennessee Avg
433.0
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Springfield

1 in 235

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Springfield in a given year, based on the rate of 426.4 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 Springfield

B-
Property Crime1844.4/100K · 1% above avg
C+
Murder6.9/100K · 21% above avg
B-
Assault268.7/100K · 0% above avg
B-
Robbery48.6/100K · 23% below avg
B-
Burglary211.3/100K · 22% below avg
C+
Theft1602.5/100K · 14% above avg
C
Vehicle Theft438.7/100K · 38% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Tennessee Cities

CityGradeRate
Sevierville
C+
418.3
Tullahoma
B-
343.9
East Ridge
C+
375.3
White House
C+
452.4
Goodlettsville
B-
325.8
Dickson
C+
391.8

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Springfield

How bad is violent crime in Springfield?
As of 2026, Springfield's violent crime rate of 426.4 per 100K is 17% above the national average. It ranks behind 58% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Springfield?
As of 2026, 426.4 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 Springfield?
Crime rates in Springfield have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Springfield's violent crime compare to Tennessee?
Springfield performs better than most Tennessee cities on violent crime. Its rate of 426.4 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Springfield?
Based on the rate of 426.4 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 235 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 Springfield safe from violent crime?
Springfield is about average for violent crime. The rate of 426.4 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Springfield 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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