Is Nashville Metro or Springfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Springfield is safer than Nashville Metro (Safety Score 63/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 1,308 per 100,000 versus 5,634 for Nashville Metro — 77% lower. Nashville Metro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Springfield has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Nashville Metro is 35.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Springfield — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nashville Metro | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,633.6 | 1,307.7 | +4,325.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,124.1 | 390.3 | +733.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.6 | 25.3 | -10.8 |
| Rape Rate | 72.0 | 5.1 | +66.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 154.9 | 15.2 | +139.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 882.6 | 344.7 | +537.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,509.5 | 917.4 | +3,592.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 442.5 | 35.5 | +407.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,344.4 | 770.4 | +2,574.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 722.6 | 111.5 | +611.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashville Metro or Springfield safer?
Springfield is safer with a total crime rate of 1,308 per 100K vs 5,634 for Nashville Metro — a 77% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashville Metro has a violent crime rate of 1,124.1 per 100K while Springfield has 390.3. Springfield 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 Springfield, TN
Springfield, Tennessee, rich in tobacco history, is a small city in Robertson County, part of the Nashville metropolitan area. Its downtown features a historic square and diverse local businesses. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 19,729, Springfield has a total crime rate of 1,307.7 per 100,000 residents.