Very Safe · Population: 251,840
Chattanooga, Tennessee is one of the safer cities in the US, with a safety score of 71/100. The violent crime rate of 594.5 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 251,840, Chattanooga reported 1,497 violent crimes and 4,336 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 35.4 per 100K |
| Rape | 58.2 per 100K |
| Robbery | 136.8 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 364.1 per 100K |
| Burglary | 389.1 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 922.8 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 409.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,497 |
| Property Crimes | 4,336 |
| Total Crimes | 5,833 |
With a safety score of 71/100, Chattanooga is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 74% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.