High Crime · Population: 630,000
Memphis, Tennessee is one of the higher-crime cities in the US, with a safety score of 9/100. The violent crime rate of 1,618.1 per 100K is significantly above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 630,000, Memphis reported 10,194 violent crimes and 35,597 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 93.3 per 100K |
| Rape | 155.6 per 100K |
| Robbery | 471.9 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 897.2 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,219.2 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 3,619.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 811.9 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 10,193 |
| Property Crimes | 35,596 |
| Total Crimes | 45,789 |
With a safety score of 9/100, Memphis has higher crime rates than the national average. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 78% 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.