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Assault in Fairfax, Virginia (2026)

191.6 per 100K · 29% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Fairfax has a assault rate of 191.6 per 100K, which is 29% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 522 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Fairfax, Virginia is 191.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 29% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Fairfax's assault below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Fairfax vs State and National Averages

Fairfax
191.6
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Fairfax

1 in 522

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Fairfax in a given year, based on the rate of 191.6 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 Fairfax

B-
Violent Crime308.6/100K · 15% below avg
C+
Property Crime2049.9/100K · 12% above avg
B
Murder3.7/100K · 35% below avg
B-
Robbery49.3/100K · 22% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Staunton
C+
277.3
Salem
B-
254.8
Herndon
C+
300.7
Winchester
C+
341.8
Waynesboro
B-
263.7
Hopewell
B-
246.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Fairfax

How bad is assault in Fairfax?
As of 2026, Fairfax's assault rate of 191.6 per 100K is 29% below the national average. It ranks behind 41% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Fairfax?
As of 2026, 191.6 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 Fairfax?
Overall crime trends in Fairfax have been improving, which generally includes assault.
How does Fairfax's assault compare to Virginia?
Fairfax's assault rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 191.6 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Fairfax?
Based on the rate of 191.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 522 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 Fairfax safe from assault?
Fairfax is about average for assault. The rate of 191.6 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Fairfax 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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