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Robbery in Fairfax, Virginia (2026)

49.3 per 100K · 22% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Fairfax has a robbery rate of 49.3 per 100K, which is 22% below the national average of 63.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 2,028 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Fairfax, Virginia is 49.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 22% below the national average of 63.3. That puts Fairfax's robbery below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Fairfax vs State and National Averages

Fairfax
49.3
Virginia Avg
65.4
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Fairfax

1 in 2,028

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Fairfax in a given year, based on the rate of 49.3 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Robbery?

Robbery is the taking or attempting to take anything of value from a person by force or threat of force. Unlike burglary, robbery involves direct confrontation with the victim.

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-
Assault191.6/100K · 29% below avg

Robbery in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Staunton
C+
64.5
Salem
C+
68.2
Herndon
B
39.0
Winchester
B
41.5
Waynesboro
B
30.5
Hopewell
C
99.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Fairfax

How bad is robbery in Fairfax?
As of 2026, Fairfax's robbery rate of 49.3 per 100K is 22% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Fairfax?
As of 2026, 49.3 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 63.3 per 100K.
Is robbery increasing in Fairfax?
Overall crime trends in Fairfax have been improving, which generally includes robbery.
How does Fairfax's robbery compare to Virginia?
Fairfax's robbery rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 49.3 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Fairfax?
Based on the rate of 49.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 2,028 residents could be affected by robbery in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Fairfax safe from robbery?
Fairfax is about average for robbery. The rate of 49.3 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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