Cities / Murfreesboro
Is Murfreesboro, TN safe?
It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 24 Murfreesboro neighborhoods we score (average 85/100), 24 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.
Safest neighborhoods in Murfreesboro
- 1Rockvale· MurfreesboroRockvale is a peaceful unincorporated area in southwestern Rutherford County characterized by pastoral landscapes, large single-family homesteads…92Go
- 2Barfield Meadows· MurfreesboroBarfield Meadows is an established single-family residential neighborhood nestled in southern Murfreesboro near Barfield Crescent Park. Characterized…91Go
- 3Florence North· MurfreesboroFlorence North is a rapidly growing suburban area characterized by well-kept modern single-family subdivisions, quiet cul-de-sacs, and rolling Middle…90Go
- 4North Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroNorth Murfreesboro is characterized by modern single-family subdivisions, expansive community parks, and busy commercial strips centered along…89Go
- 5Southeast Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroSoutheast Murfreesboro is a sprawling suburban expansion zone anchored by major thoroughfares like South Church Street, South Rutherford Boulevard…88Go
All Murfreesboro neighborhoods by safety score
Go — 22 areas
Comfortable to walk around, day or evening.
- Rockvale· MurfreesboroRockvale is a peaceful unincorporated area in southwestern Rutherford County characterized by pastoral landscapes, large single-family homesteads…92Go
- Barfield Meadows· MurfreesboroBarfield Meadows is an established single-family residential neighborhood nestled in southern Murfreesboro near Barfield Crescent Park. Characterized…91Go
- Florence North· MurfreesboroFlorence North is a rapidly growing suburban area characterized by well-kept modern single-family subdivisions, quiet cul-de-sacs, and rolling Middle…90Go
- North Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroNorth Murfreesboro is characterized by modern single-family subdivisions, expansive community parks, and busy commercial strips centered along…89Go
- Southeast Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroSoutheast Murfreesboro is a sprawling suburban expansion zone anchored by major thoroughfares like South Church Street, South Rutherford Boulevard…88Go
- Florence· MurfreesboroFlorence is a rapidly growing suburban community situated in northwestern Murfreesboro, defined by modern residential subdivisions, open green…88Go
- South Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroSouth Murfreesboro spans the growing southern edge of Rutherford County, defined by newer master-planned neighborhoods, major commercial corridors…87Go
- Creekwood· MurfreesboroCreekwood is a quiet, tree-lined residential community located in southern Murfreesboro featuring single-family homes and manicured lawns. It offers…87Go
- Southeast Smyrna· MurfreesboroSoutheast Smyrna is a rapidly growing suburban sector of Rutherford County characterized by newer subdivisions, quiet cul-de-sacs, and convenient…86Go
- Quail Run· MurfreesboroQuail Run is an established residential subdivision in north-central Murfreesboro characterized by mature trees, single-family brick homes, and quiet…86Go
- Battleground Estates· MurfreesboroBattleground Estates is a mature, tree-lined residential subdivision located just south of the historic Stones River National Battlefield in…86Go
- Rocksprings· MurfreesboroRocksprings is a quiet residential enclave situated in southwestern Rutherford County near Murfreesboro. It features spacious single-family…86Go
- Riverdale· MurfreesboroLocated in the southwestern part of Murfreesboro along South Church Street and Warrior Drive, Riverdale is an established suburban district featuring…85Go
- Plainview· MurfreesboroPlainview is a peaceful suburban pocket in Murfreesboro characterized by single-family homes, mature trees, and proximity to major commercial…85Go
- Marathon Trail· MurfreesboroMarathon Trail is an established suburban residential enclave in Murfreesboro characterized by single-family homes, tidy lawns, and quiet…85Go
- Northeast Smyrna· MurfreesboroNortheast Smyrna is a peaceful, auto-oriented section of Rutherford County featuring modern single-family subdivisions, quiet culs-de-sac, and…84Go
- East Murfreesboro· MurfreesboroEast Murfreesboro is a sprawling collection of newer residential subdivisions, modern strip malls, and athletic parks located just east of the MTSU…84Go
- Mount Vernon· MurfreesboroMount Vernon is a classic mid-century to late-20th-century suburban neighborhood characterized by mature trees, generous lots, and well-maintained…84Go
- Oak Valley· MurfreesboroOak Valley is a mature, tree-lined residential neighborhood characterized by mid-century to late-20th-century single-family homes on spacious lots…84Go
- Greenbriar· MurfreesboroGreenbriar is a tranquil, tree-lined residential community situated in north-central Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Composed mostly of well-kept…83Go
- Crestwood· MurfreesboroCrestwood is an established, tree-lined suburban neighborhood in Murfreesboro characterized by mid-20th-century ranch-style homes and well-kept…82Go
- Key Estates· MurfreesboroKey Estates is a settled residential community located in northern Murfreesboro, characterized by mid-century single-family homes, mature trees, and…80Go
Go, stay aware — 2 areas
Fine with normal city awareness.
- Hilltop· MurfreesboroHilltop is a classic suburban neighborhood in Murfreesboro located within easy driving distance of Middle Tennessee State University. The community…78Go, stay aware
- Mount Olive· MurfreesboroMount Olive is a historic, diverse community featuring modest single-family homes, student rentals, and civic parks situated just south of…73Go, stay aware
Murfreesboro safety questions
What is the safest neighborhood in Murfreesboro?
Rockvale scores highest at 92/100, followed by Barfield Meadows (91) and Florence North (90).
Is Murfreesboro safe to walk at night?
In the 22 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. None of the areas we score are rated orange or red.
Which Murfreesboro areas should visitors be careful in?
No area in our list falls below the yellow band.
How does VibeLoco score Murfreesboro neighborhoods?
Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.