Athens, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Athens Police Department serves the city of Athens, TN in Mcminn County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 2,049 violent crimes and 3,879 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 179.2 per 100k residents, which is 68.7% above the national average. Property crime averages 337.7 per 100k, 106.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Motor Vehicle Theft had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate179.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents2,049 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate48.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents431 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate337.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,879 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate41.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate268.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,974 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade DAnnual Rate27.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents363 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 179.2 | F | 2049 | 106.2 | +68.7% |
| Property Crime | 337.7 | F | 3879 | 163.6 | +106.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 48.3 | F | 431 | 22.3 | +116.8% |
| Burglary | 41.4 | F | 527 | 24.0 | +72.1% |
| Larceny | 268.8 | F | 2974 | 116.4 | +131.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 27.6 | D | 363 | 22.2 | +24.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Englewood | 0 miles | A 64.9 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 63.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Etowah | 0 miles | B 81.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 54.8% lower Property: N/A |
| Calhoun | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Niota | 0 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 503.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 49.2% higher |
| Decatur | 13 miles | A 62.8 | F 691.0 | Violent: 64.9% lower Property: 104.6% higher |