According To FBI Statistics, These Are The 10 Most Dangerous Cities In Tennessee For 2020

Do you know the most dangerous cities in Tennessee? If you're wondering, "Is Tennessee a dangerous state," the answer is not really. The state of Tennessee is known for being incredibly safe as a whole, which can perhaps be credited to its focus on southern hospitality and reputation as the buckle of the bible belt. Unfortunately, no state is perfect, and the FBI has released violent crime statistics that pin the following 10 cities as the worst cities in Tennessee. If you live in one, lock your doors and take all the necessary precautions to make sure you and your family are safe. Tennessee is a beautiful place to live, and with the proper safety measures, it will remain so for years to come.

You can find more information about Tennessee's crime statistics by way of the FBI.

1. Memphis

The city of Memphis has long been considered one of the most unsafe cities in the state of Tennessee, though it has gotten quite a bit better in recent years. The FBI reported 12,674 violent crimes, which makes it significantly the most violent city in Tennessee.

2. Nashville

Nashville is the second most dangerous city in the state, with 7,641 violent crimes reported. These violent crimes include anything from murder and rape to aggravated assault. You'll also find some really crazy laws in Nashville.

3. Chattanooga

It may shock some that Chattanooga is the third most dangerous city in the state, especially since it is tucked away in the hilly region of southern Tennessee. The city had 1,891 violent crimes.

4. Knoxville

Knoxville comes in just behind the city of Chattanooga, with 1,508 violent crimes on the docket. Despite making the list of the most dangerous places in Tennessee, Knoxville has also been named one of the top destinations in the United States.

5. Clarksville

Clarksville, however, hardly tipped the scale at 1,041 crimes reported. The city lies just outside of Nashville and is best known as the location of an Army Reserve Center.

6. Jackson

Jackson is a popular college town in the countryside of Tennessee, and parents can breathe easy with only 670 violent crimes reported and noted by the FBI. Take a driving tour through Jackson:

7. Murfreesboro

Murfreesboro is a family town, and though it makes the list as one of the most dangerous cities, it's hardly due to an incredible amount of crime. Only 613 violent crimes were reported. Did you know that Murfreesboro is also one of the best places to live in Tennessee?

8. Cleveland

Cleveland, Tennessee reported 412 violent crimes to the United States FBI.

9. Kingsport

Eastern Tennessee has its own handful of problems, though it truly is just a handful. Kingsport is number 9 on our list, with 404 violent crimes reported. Take a driving tour through Kingsport:

10. Johnson City

Sweet Johnson City, Tennessee is last on our list, with only 274 violent crimes putting it solidly behind the swell of crime in the larger cities.

Are you surprised that these are the most dangerous cities in Tennessee? What do you think are the highest crime cities in Tennessee? Let us know in the comments! Here are the official FBI statistics for crime rates throughout the United States. Now that we've discussed the most dangerous towns in Tennessee, here are some of the safest places to live in Tennessee.