Pigeon Forge, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Pigeon Forge Police Department serves the city of Pigeon Forge, TN in Sevier County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,451 violent crimes and 1,446 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 457.2 per 100k residents, which is 330.5% above the national average. Property crime averages 391.9 per 100k, 139.5% above the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 5 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. 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 Rate457.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,451 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate32.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents63 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate49.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents195 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate391.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,446 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate81.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents210 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate310.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,054 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 457.2 | F | 1451 | 106.2 | +330.5% |
| Property Crime | 391.9 | F | 1446 | 163.6 | +139.5% |
| Rape | 32.7 | F | 63 | 3.5 | +823.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 49.0 | F | 195 | 22.3 | +120.1% |
| Burglary | 81.7 | F | 210 | 24.0 | +239.8% |
| Larceny | 310.3 | F | 1054 | 116.4 | +166.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 5 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 2 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 2 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatlinburg | 0 miles | F 351.4 | F 486.6 | Violent: 23.1% lower Property: 24.2% higher |
| Sevierville | 0 miles | F 273.7 | F 290.4 | Violent: 40.1% lower Property: 25.9% lower |
| Pittman Center | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Jefferson City | 18 miles | A 11.8 | D 212.4 | Violent: 97.4% lower Property: 45.8% lower |
| White Pine | 18 miles | N/A 0.0 | B 115.9 | Violent: N/A Property: 70.4% lower |