Moving from Knoxville, TN to Lubbock, TX?
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Is Knoxville or Lubbock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lubbock is safer than Knoxville (Safety Score 14/100 vs 13/100), with a total crime rate of 3,451 per 100,000 versus 3,462 for Knoxville — 0% lower. Knoxville has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lubbock has a 53% lower rate.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Knoxville, TN?
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Lubbock — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Knoxville | Lubbock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,461.6 | 3,450.9 | +10.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 740.3 | 822.2 | -81.9 |
| Murder Rate | 11.0 | 5.2 | +5.8 |
| Rape Rate | 64.9 | 77.1 | -12.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 81.8 | 115.6 | -33.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 582.7 | 623.2 | -40.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,721.3 | 2,628.8 | +92.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 328.8 | 538.0 | -209.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,013.9 | 1,822.9 | +191.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 378.6 | 267.9 | +110.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Knoxville, TN to Lubbock, TX?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Knoxville or Lubbock safer?
Lubbock is safer with a total crime rate of 3,451 per 100K vs 3,462 for Knoxville — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Knoxville has a violent crime rate of 740.3 per 100K while Lubbock has 822.2. Knoxville has lower violent crime.
About Knoxville, TN
Knoxville, nestled in the Appalachian foothills, is a city of just under 200,000 residents. It boasts a rich musical heritage, notably as the birthplace of the Everly Brothers. The Tennessee River flows along its downtown, a reminder of its historical role in trade and industry. With a safety score of 13/100 and a population coverage of 200,457, Knoxville has a total crime rate of 3,461.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Lubbock, TX
Lubbock, Texas, the "Hub City," is a West Texas city with a strong agricultural presence, known for its cotton production and as the birthplace of Buddy Holly. It's home to Texas Tech University and boasts a population of over 260,000 residents. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 269,900, Lubbock has a total crime rate of 3,450.9 per 100,000 residents.