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Assault in Arlington, Virginia (2026)

329.5 per 100K · 23% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Arlington has a assault rate of 329.5 per 100K, which is 23% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 303 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Arlington, Virginia is 329.5 per 100,000 residents, which is 23% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Arlington's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Arlington vs State and National Averages

Arlington
329.5
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

Rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI UCR data.

Your Odds: Assault in Arlington

1 in 303

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Arlington in a given year, based on the rate of 329.5 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Assault?

Aggravated assault is an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe bodily injury, typically involving a weapon or means likely to produce death or great harm.

Other Crime Types in Arlington

C+
Violent Crime376.6/100K · 4% above avg
B-
Property Crime1886.6/100K · 3% above avg
C+
Murder7.5/100K · 32% above avg
B
Robbery39.0/100K · 38% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Norfolk
C+
293.2
Richmond
C+
303.3
Chesapeake
B-
199.4
Newport News
C+
298.8
Alexandria
C+
329.0
Hampton
C+
278.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Arlington

How bad is assault in Arlington?
As of 2026, Arlington's assault rate of 329.5 per 100K is 23% above the national average. It ranks behind 58% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Arlington?
As of 2026, 329.5 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 268.2 per 100K.
Is assault increasing in Arlington?
Crime in Arlington has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Arlington's assault compare to Virginia?
Arlington performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 329.5 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Arlington?
Based on the rate of 329.5 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 303 residents could be affected by assault in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Arlington safe from assault?
Arlington is about average for assault. The rate of 329.5 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Arlington safety overviewHow we calculate grades

2023 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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