Memphis, TN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Memphis Police Department serves the city of Memphis, TN in Shelby County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 185,250 violent crimes and 210,797 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 493.8 per 100k residents, which is 364.9% above the national average. Property crime averages 654.0 per 100k, 299.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 31 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 Rate493.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents185,250 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade FAnnual Rate5.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,398 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate4.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents2,287 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate33.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents11,736 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate177.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents59,516 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate654.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents210,797 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate83.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents31,938 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate387.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents136,795 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate178.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents40,281 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 493.8 | F | 185250 | 106.2 | +364.9% |
| Property Crime | 654.0 | F | 210797 | 163.6 | +299.7% |
| Homicide | 5.5 | F | 1398 | 0.5 | +936.0% |
| Rape | 4.5 | D | 2287 | 3.5 | +28.7% |
| Robbery | 33.4 | F | 11736 | 5.8 | +474.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 177.6 | F | 59516 | 22.3 | +697.9% |
| Burglary | 83.4 | F | 31938 | 24.0 | +247.2% |
| Larceny | 387.6 | F | 136795 | 116.4 | +233.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 178.4 | F | 40281 | 22.2 | +704.5% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 31 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 3 |
| Anti-Female | 1 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 4 |
| Anti-Protestant | 1 |
| Anti-Transgender | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 11 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 3 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millington | 9 miles | F 173.4 | F 433.6 | Violent: 64.9% lower Property: 33.7% lower |
| Germantown | 14 miles | B 81.4 | B 123.3 | Violent: 83.5% lower Property: 81.2% lower |
| Bartlett | 15 miles | A 40.8 | A 90.5 | Violent: 91.7% lower Property: 86.2% lower |
| Collierville | 23 miles | A 42.6 | B 135.4 | Violent: 91.4% lower Property: 79.3% lower |
| Munford | 24 miles | D 133.2 | A 14.8 | Violent: 73.0% lower Property: 97.7% lower |