Is Nashville Metro or Oak Ridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oak Ridge is safer than Nashville Metro (Safety Score 54/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 1,567 per 100,000 versus 5,634 for Nashville Metro — 72% lower. Nashville Metro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oak Ridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Nashville Metro is 20.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Nashville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Oak Ridge — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nashville Metro | Oak Ridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,633.6 | 1,567.3 | +4,066.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,124.1 | 290.6 | +833.5 |
| Murder Rate | 14.6 | 0.0 | +14.6 |
| Rape Rate | 72.0 | 52.8 | +19.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 154.9 | 8.8 | +146.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 882.6 | 228.9 | +653.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,509.5 | 1,276.8 | +3,232.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 442.5 | 208.4 | +234.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,344.4 | 1,006.7 | +2,337.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 722.6 | 61.6 | +661.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashville Metro or Oak Ridge safer?
Oak Ridge is safer with a total crime rate of 1,567 per 100K vs 5,634 for Nashville Metro — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashville Metro has a violent crime rate of 1,124.1 per 100K while Oak Ridge has 290.6. Oak Ridge has lower violent crime.
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.
About Oak Ridge, TN
Nestled in the Appalachian foothills, Oak Ridge was a secret city vital to the Manhattan Project. Its scientific legacy endures, drawing a diverse population to this historically significant East Tennessee community. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 34,071, Oak Ridge has a total crime rate of 1,567.3 per 100,000 residents.