Is Albuquerque or Nashville Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nashville Metro is safer than Albuquerque (Safety Score 2/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100,000 versus 5,811 for Albuquerque — 3% lower. Albuquerque has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Nashville Metro has a 21% lower rate.
Albuquerque — 5-Year Trend
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Nashville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Albuquerque, NM
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Albuquerque | Nashville Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,810.9 | 5,633.6 | +177.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,182.1 | 1,124.1 | +58.1 |
| Murder Rate | 18.4 | 14.6 | +3.8 |
| Rape Rate | 62.5 | 72.0 | -9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 159.3 | 154.9 | +4.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 941.6 | 882.6 | +59.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,628.8 | 4,509.5 | +119.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 772.5 | 442.5 | +330.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,839.2 | 3,344.4 | -505.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,017.1 | 722.6 | +294.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Albuquerque or Nashville Metro safer?
Nashville Metro is safer with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100K vs 5,811 for Albuquerque — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Albuquerque has a violent crime rate of 1,182.1 per 100K while Nashville Metro has 1,124.1. Nashville Metro has lower violent crime.
About Albuquerque, NM
Nestled in the Rio Grande Valley, Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city, known for its vibrant Hispanic culture and the annual International Balloon Fiesta. Its high desert elevation provides stunning mountain views and a unique southwestern character. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 558,745, Albuquerque has a total crime rate of 5,810.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Nashville Metro, TN
Nashville Metro, the "Music City," is home to the Grand Ole Opry and a growing population of over 700,000 across Davidson County. Situated on the Cumberland River, it serves as a major transportation hub and cultural center in Middle Tennessee. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 698,987, Nashville Metro has a total crime rate of 5,633.6 per 100,000 residents.