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Property Crime in Fairfax, Virginia (2026)

2049.9 per 100K · 12% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Fairfax has a property crime rate of 2049.9 per 100K, which is 12% above the national average of 1832.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 49 per year.

In 2026, the property crime rate in Fairfax, Virginia is 2049.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 12% above the national average of 1832.3. That puts Fairfax's property crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Property Crime Rate: Fairfax vs State and National Averages

Fairfax
2049.9
Virginia Avg
1862.4
National Avg
1832.3

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

Your Odds: Property Crime in Fairfax

1 in 49

Approximate chance of being affected by property crime in Fairfax in a given year, based on the rate of 2049.9 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Property Crime?

Property crime involves the taking of money or property without force or threat of force against a victim. It includes burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson.

Other Crime Types in Fairfax

B-
Violent Crime308.6/100K · 15% below avg
B
Murder3.7/100K · 35% below avg
B-
Assault191.6/100K · 29% below avg
B-
Robbery49.3/100K · 22% below avg
C+
Burglary276.1/100K · 2% above avg
C+
Theft1744.0/100K · 24% above avg
B-
Vehicle Theft255.6/100K · 20% below avg

Property Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Staunton
B-
1865.9
Salem
C+
2044.3
Herndon
B-
1805.4
Winchester
B
1611.3
Waynesboro
B
1614.9
Hopewell
C+
2063.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Property Crime in Fairfax

How bad is property crime in Fairfax?
As of 2026, Fairfax's property crime rate of 2049.9 per 100K is 12% above the national average. It ranks behind 52% of US cities for property crime.
What is the property crime rate in Fairfax?
As of 2026, 2049.9 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 1832.3 per 100K.
Is property crime increasing in Fairfax?
Overall crime trends in Fairfax have been improving, which generally includes property crime.
How does Fairfax's property crime compare to Virginia?
Fairfax's property crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 2049.9 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of property crime in Fairfax?
Based on the rate of 2049.9 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 49 residents could be affected by property crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Fairfax safe from property crime?
Fairfax is about average for property crime. The rate of 2049.9 per 100K is close to 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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