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43%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
13%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
53%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleTiptonville/100k peopleTennessee/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime54n/a (estimate)1,3262,9242,324
Murder0n/a0.08.66.3
Rape0n/a0.038.240.0
Robbery1n/a24.667.166.1
Assault16n/a393.0507.6268.2
Violent crime17n/a (estimate)418622370
Burglary10n/a245.6319.1269.8
Theft23n/a565.01,620.91,401.9
Vehicle theft4n/a98.3362.3282.7
Property crime37n/a (estimate)9092,3021,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Tiptonville, TN

Crime can be categorized into two primary types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, whereas property crimes involve acts like burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. The overall crime rate in Tiptonville is 42.9% lower than the national average. Specifically, there were 17 violent crimes reported in Tiptonville, equivalent to 418 per 100,000 residents, which is higher than the national average by 12.9%. Additionally, Tiptonville recorded 37 property crimes, amounting to 909 per 100,000 people, lower than the national average by 53.5%.

The violent crime rate in Tiptonville closely mirrors the national average among all cities that reported crime, with 418 incidents per 100,000 people. The national average for violent crime per 100,000 people was 370. This consistency highlights Tiptonville as a community where safety standards are in line with the broader national landscape, providing residents with a reliable sense of security.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Tiptonville reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Tiptonville a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Tiptonville is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Tiptonville has a total crime rate that is 43% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.15 daily crimes (0.05 violent daily crimes and 0.1 daily property crimes) in Tiptonville.

Has Crime in Tiptonville Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Tiptonville has increased by 63.6% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Tiptonville is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has increased by 112.5%, while property crime has increased by 48%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Tiptonville.

Potential Causes for Crime in Tiptonville

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower Tiptonville crime rate. The poverty level in Tiptonville is 41.6%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In Tiptonville, 47.6% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

High rental costs can limit economic mobility, making it difficult for individuals to save money, invest in education, or access better job opportunities. This can perpetuate a cycle of poverty and increase the risk of involvement in criminal activities. In summary, high rental costs can create economic challenges, overcrowding, and neighborhood dynamics that may increase the likelihood of certain types of crime, particularly property crimes. In Tiptonville, the average rental rates are $345 per month, compared to the national average of $949.

Tiptonville crime map



The Tiptonville crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Tiptonville as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Tiptonville crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Tiptonville crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Tiptonville crime rates are 43% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Tiptonville are 13% higher than the national average
      • In Tiptonville you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Tiptonville is safer than 35% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Tiptonville has increased by 58%

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        Daily Crime In Tiptonville (per 100,000 people)

        The chart above shows the number of daily crimes in Tiptonville, TN per 100,000 people. In Tiptonville, the number of daily crimes is projected to be 2.20 times less than the Tennessee average and 1.75 times less than the national average. The average number of daily violent crimes in Tiptonville is 1.49 times less than the Tennessee average and 1.13 times more than the daily national average. With regards to property crimes, Tiptonville has a daily crime rate that is 2.53 times less than the Tennessee average and 2.15 times less than the overall daily national average.

        How Safe is Tiptonville (higher is better)

        What are the odds that you'll be safer in Tiptonville, Tennessee compared to other areas of Tennessee, as well as the rest of America? When it comes down to it, is Tiptonville safe? In the graphs above, it shows that Tiptonville is safer than 52% of Tennessee cities, and 35% compared to all other cities across America. These statistics are calculated by taking a closer look at each city's crime rate in Tennessee, as well as the rest of the US. It is then determined which cities see less crime than Tiptonville. At this time, Tiptonville sees a below average rate of crime in comparison to other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Tiptonville

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Tiptonville is 1 in 240
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Tiptonville is 1 in 111
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Tiptonville is 1 in 76
        How likely are you to become a victim of crime? In Tiptonville, Tennessee you have a 1 in 240 chance of becoming a victim of violent crime. Violent crimes include murder, rape, robbery and assault. With regards to property crime, you have a 1 in 111 chance of becoming a victim. Property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. Overall, you have a 1 in 76 chance of becoming a victim of crime in Tiptonville.

        Year Over Year Crime In Tiptonville (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Tiptonville is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Tiptonville has increased by 106% and the rate of property crime in Tiptonville has increased by 43%. The total crime rate in Tiptonville has increased by 58% year to year.

        Tiptonville police department

        Item Tiptonville Tennessee National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)611,551558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents1.33.63.3
        There are a total of 6 Tiptonville police officers. This results in 1.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 62.6% less than the Tennessee average and 58.8% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Tennessee

        State Total offenders Tennessee /100K National /100K
        Tennessee24,578412266
        There are a total of 24,578 sex offenders in Tennessee. This yields a total of 412 sex offenders in Tennessee per 100,000 residents which is 55% greater than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Ridgely, TN1,8823061,1311,437
        Lilbourn, MO1,0442691,2891,558
        Portageville, MO2,9592821,3421,624
        New Madrid, MO2,8632641,9972,261
        Samburg, TN2826592,4393,098
        Caruthersville, MO5,5185622,6943,255
        Marston, MO5287203,4554,175
        Tiptonville, TN4,1944189091,326

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        Source: The Tiptonville, TN crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.