Is Baltimore or Nashville Metro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nashville Metro is safer than Baltimore (Safety Score 2/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100,000 versus 5,763 for Baltimore — 2% lower. Baltimore has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Nashville Metro has a 73% lower rate.
Baltimore — 5-Year Trend
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Nashville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Baltimore, MD
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Baltimore | Nashville Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,763.2 | 5,633.6 | +129.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,606.2 | 1,124.1 | +482.1 |
| Murder Rate | 34.8 | 14.6 | +20.2 |
| Rape Rate | 57.5 | 72.0 | -14.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 573.2 | 154.9 | +418.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 940.7 | 882.6 | +58.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,157.0 | 4,509.5 | -352.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 523.8 | 442.5 | +81.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,581.9 | 3,344.4 | -762.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,051.3 | 722.6 | +328.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baltimore or Nashville Metro safer?
Nashville Metro is safer with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100K vs 5,763 for Baltimore — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Baltimore has a violent crime rate of 1,606.2 per 100K while Nashville Metro has 1,124.1. Nashville Metro has lower violent crime.
About Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, Maryland, a historic port city on the Patapsco River, is home to the Inner Harbor and a diverse population. Known for its distinct neighborhoods and the legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, it's the most populous city in Maryland. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 566,632, Baltimore has a total crime rate of 5,763.2 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.