Moving from Cleveland, OH to Nashville Metro, TN?
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Is Cleveland, OH or Nashville Metro, TN Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Nashville Metro, TN is safer than Cleveland, OH (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100,000 versus 5,987 for Cleveland, OH — 6% lower. Cleveland has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Nashville Metro has a 60% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Cleveland, OH?
Cleveland — 5-Year Trend
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Nashville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cleveland | Nashville Metro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,987.4 | 5,633.6 | +353.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,561.1 | 1,124.1 | +437.0 |
| Murder Rate | 30.1 | 14.6 | +15.5 |
| Rape Rate | 140.9 | 72.0 | +68.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 389.2 | 154.9 | +234.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,000.9 | 882.6 | +118.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,426.3 | 4,509.5 | -83.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 860.3 | 442.5 | +417.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,419.5 | 3,344.4 | -924.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,146.5 | 722.6 | +423.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Cleveland, OH to Nashville Metro, TN?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland or Nashville Metro safer?
Nashville Metro, TN is safer with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100K vs 5,987 for Cleveland, OH — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 1,561.1 per 100K while Nashville Metro has 1,124.1. Nashville Metro has lower violent crime.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 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 3/100 and a population coverage of 698,987, Nashville Metro has a total crime rate of 5,633.6 per 100,000 residents.