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Is Arlington, Virginia Safe? 2026 Crime Rate & Safety Data

Population 233,464 · Safer than 51% of US cities

Declining· 2023 FBI UCR data

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Arlington, Virginia receives a B- safety grade with a crime rate of 22.6 per 1,000 residents. It is safer than 51% of US cities. Violent crime: C+ grade (377/100K). Property crime: B- grade (1887/100K). Trend: declining.

As of 2026, Arlington earns a B- safety grade with 22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. Violent crime runs close to the national average, putting the city ahead of 51% of US cities. Property crime makes up the majority of offenses, with theft at 1,522.9 per 100K.

Arlington Crime Rates vs State and National Averages

MetricArlingtonVirginia AvgNational Avg
Violent Crime Rate376.6370.6363.8
Property Crime Rate1886.61862.41,832.3
Murder Rate7.5--5.7
Assault Rate329.5--268.2
Theft Rate1522.9--1,401.5
Vehicle Theft Rate313.0--318.3

All rates per 100,000 residents. 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report + Census Bureau population estimates.

Overall SafetyB-

22.6 crimes per 1,000 residents

Violent CrimeC+

377/100K (national avg: 364)

Property CrimeB-

1887/100K (national avg: 1,832)

Key Crime Statistics for Arlington

Violent crime in Arlington is close to the national average. The rate of 376.6 per 100K exceeds the national 363.8.

Property crime is close to the national average at 1886.6 per 100K vs. the national 1,832.3.

Theft is the most reported crime at 1,522.9 per 100K. The national average is 1,401.5.

Assault is notable at 329.5 per 100K, above the national 268.2.

Arlington Crime Breakdown by Category

Murder7.5
01.3x national avgAvg: 5.7
Assault329.5
01.2x national avgAvg: 268.2
Robbery39
062% of avgAvg: 63.3
Burglary360.7
01.3x national avgAvg: 269.8
Theft1,522.9
01.1x national avgAvg: 1,401.5
Vehicle Theft313
098% of avgAvg: 318.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. Vertical marker = national average.

How Arlington Compares

Violent Crime Rate (per 100K)

Arlington
376.6
State
370.6
National
363.8

Property Crime Rate (per 100K)

Arlington
1886.6
State
1862.4
National
1832.3

Rates per 100,000 residents. National averages from 2023 FBI UCR data.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arlington Safety

Is Arlington safe?
As of 2026, it depends on where in Arlington you are. The city gets a B- overall, with violent crime close to the national average and property crime close to the national average. Some areas are safer than others.
What is the crime rate in Arlington?
Based on 2026 FBI UCR data, Arlington's crime rate is 22.6 per 1,000 residents. That breaks down to a violent crime rate of 376.6 per 100,000 (the national average is 363.8) and property crime at 1886.6 per 100,000 (national average: 1832.3).
Is Arlington safe for tourists?
Stick to well-traveled areas and you'll be fine. Arlington has a B- grade, so it's not the safest destination, but tourist areas generally see less violent crime than the citywide average suggests.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Arlington?
Neighborhood-level data varies, but suburban residential areas in Arlington generally report lower crime than downtown or commercial districts. For block-level detail, check the Arlington police department's crime map.
Is crime increasing in Arlington?
Yes, there's been an uptick. Arlington's crime rates have moved in the wrong direction recently, though the city still holds a B- grade overall.
How does Arlington compare to other cities in Virginia?
Middle of the pack for Virginia. Arlington isn't the safest option in the state, but it's not the most concerning either, ranking around the 52th percentile among Virginia cities.
How safe is Arlington to live in?
Worth factoring into your decision. Violent crime is close to the national average. The upward trend in crime is concerning.
How bad is crime in Arlington?
Mixed. Violent crime is close to the national average, and property crime is close to the national average. It's not great, but it's not the worst either, landing at the 51th percentile nationally.
What is the violent crime rate in Arlington?
376.6 per 100,000, which is 4% above the national average of 363.8. That includes assault (330), robbery (39), and murder (7.5) per 100,000.

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Crime Type Details for Arlington

Explore specific crime categories in Arlington with rates, comparisons, and context.

C+
Violent Crime376.6/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Property Crime1886.6/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Murder7.5/100K · 32% above avg
C+
Assault329.5/100K · 23% above avg
B
Robbery39.0/100K · 38% below avg
C
Burglary360.7/100K · 34% above avg
C+
Theft1522.9/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft313.0/100K · 2% below avg
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How we calculate gradesOur data sources

2024 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national and state-level crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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