Crime in Memphis, TN is significantly higher than the US average. The violent crime rate in Memphis is 85.7, which is nearly 4 times the US average of 22.7. Not only that, but the property crime rate is also 81.1, which is over two times the national average of 35.4. As such, it goes without saying that Memphis has an alarmingly high rate of criminal activity compared to other cities across the country. In order to reduce crime in Memphis and make it a safer place for all its citizens, local authorities must take serious steps to reduce violence and property crime alike.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Memphis violent crime is 85.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Memphis property crime is 81.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.