Is Nashville Metro or Union City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Union City is safer than Nashville Metro (Safety Score 17/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,123 per 100,000 versus 5,634 for Nashville Metro — 45% lower. Nashville Metro has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Union City has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Nashville Metro is 64.2x 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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Union City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Nashville Metro | Union City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,633.6 | 3,123.0 | +2,510.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,124.1 | 698.1 | +426.0 |
| Murder Rate | 14.6 | 0.0 | +14.6 |
| Rape Rate | 72.0 | 55.1 | +16.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 154.9 | 18.4 | +136.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 882.6 | 624.6 | +258.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,509.5 | 2,424.9 | +2,084.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 442.5 | 248.0 | +194.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,344.4 | 1,938.1 | +1,406.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 722.6 | 238.8 | +483.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashville Metro or Union City safer?
Union City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,123 per 100K vs 5,634 for Nashville Metro — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashville Metro has a violent crime rate of 1,124.1 per 100K while Union City has 698.1. Union City 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 Union City, TN
Union City, home to Discovery Park of America, is a small city in Obion County, Tennessee. Situated in the northwestern part of the state, it serves as a regional hub for agriculture and commerce. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 10,887, Union City has a total crime rate of 3,123.0 per 100,000 residents.