The crime rate in Cookeville, TN Metro Area is slightly lower than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 20.08 per 1,000 residents compared to the US average of 22.7. Property crime is also relatively low in the area, with a rate of 41.97 compared to the national average of 35.4. However, this does not mean that Cookeville is immune to crime. The area still faces issues with theft, burglary, and assault. The residents of Cookeville must remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their property. Despite these challenges, the community continues to work towards creating a safer environment for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Cookeville Metro Area violent crime is 20.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Cookeville Metro Area property crime is 42.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Cookeville, Tennessee does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Smyrna, Tennessee. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Smyrna, Tennessee. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.