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Violent Crime in Christiansburg, Virginia (2026)

359.3 per 100K · 1% below national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Christiansburg has a violent crime rate of 359.3 per 100K, which is 1% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 278 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Christiansburg, Virginia is 359.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Christiansburg's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Christiansburg vs State and National Averages

Christiansburg
359.3
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Christiansburg

1 in 278

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Christiansburg in a given year, based on the rate of 359.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Christiansburg

B-
Property Crime1996.3/100K · 9% above avg
B-
Murder4.3/100K · 25% below avg
B-
Assault264.4/100K · 1% below avg
C+
Robbery75.0/100K · 18% above avg
C+
Burglary354.0/100K · 31% above avg
B-
Theft1364.3/100K · 3% below avg
B
Vehicle Theft202.6/100K · 36% below avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Culpeper
C+
425.1
Hopewell
C+
411.1
Waynesboro
B-
340.5
Herndon
C+
391.9
Salem
B-
314.5
Colonial Heights
B-
337.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Christiansburg

How bad is violent crime in Christiansburg?
As of 2026, Christiansburg's violent crime rate of 359.3 per 100K is 1% below the national average. It ranks behind 51% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Christiansburg?
As of 2026, 359.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Christiansburg?
Crime in Christiansburg has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Christiansburg's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Christiansburg performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 359.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Christiansburg?
Based on the rate of 359.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 278 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Christiansburg safe from violent crime?
Christiansburg is about average for violent crime. The rate of 359.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Christiansburg 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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