Is Nashville Metro or Seattle Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Nashville Metro is safer than Seattle (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100,000 versus 5,783 for Seattle — 3% lower. Nashville Metro has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Seattle has a 53% lower rate.
Nashville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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Seattle — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nashville Metro | Seattle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,633.6 | 5,783.1 | -149.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,124.1 | 775.5 | +348.6 |
| Murder Rate | 14.6 | 6.8 | +7.8 |
| Rape Rate | 72.0 | 46.3 | +25.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 154.9 | 220.6 | -65.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 882.6 | 501.3 | +381.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,509.5 | 5,007.6 | -498.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 442.5 | 1,152.0 | -709.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,344.4 | 2,882.0 | +462.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 722.6 | 973.6 | -251.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashville Metro or Seattle safer?
Nashville Metro is safer with a total crime rate of 5,634 per 100K vs 5,783 for Seattle — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashville Metro has a violent crime rate of 1,124.1 per 100K while Seattle has 775.5. Seattle 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 3/100 and a population coverage of 698,987, Nashville Metro has a total crime rate of 5,633.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Seattle, WA
Seattle, a major port city in the Pacific Northwest, is known for its vibrant music scene, particularly grunge, which emerged here. Situated on an isthmus between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, it’s home to a diverse population with a strong tech industry presence. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 760,058, Seattle has a total crime rate of 5,783.1 per 100,000 residents.