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Vehicle Theft in Fairfax, Virginia (2026)

255.6 per 100K · 20% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Fairfax has a vehicle theft rate of 255.6 per 100K, which is 20% below the national average of 318.3. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 391 per year.

In 2026, the vehicle theft rate in Fairfax, Virginia is 255.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 20% below the national average of 318.3. That puts Fairfax's vehicle theft below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Vehicle Theft Rate: Fairfax vs State and National Averages

Fairfax
255.6
Virginia Avg
335.5
National Avg
318.3

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

Your Odds: Vehicle Theft in Fairfax

1 in 391

Approximate chance of being affected by vehicle theft in Fairfax in a given year, based on the rate of 255.6 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Vehicle Theft?

Motor vehicle theft is the theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, including cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, and ATVs. It does not include taking a vehicle for temporary use when abandoned by the offender.

Other Crime Types in Fairfax

B-
Violent Crime308.6/100K · 15% below avg
C+
Property Crime2049.9/100K · 12% above avg
C+
Burglary276.1/100K · 2% above avg
C+
Theft1744.0/100K · 24% above avg

Vehicle Theft in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Staunton
C
480.8
Salem
C+
402.3
Herndon
C
463.4
Winchester
C+
348.6
Waynesboro
B-
237.3
Hopewell
C
477.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Vehicle Theft in Fairfax

How bad is vehicle theft in Fairfax?
As of 2026, Fairfax's vehicle theft rate of 255.6 per 100K is 20% below the national average. It ranks behind 43% of US cities for vehicle theft.
What is the vehicle theft rate in Fairfax?
As of 2026, 255.6 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 318.3 per 100K.
Is vehicle theft increasing in Fairfax?
Overall crime trends in Fairfax have been improving, which generally includes vehicle theft.
How does Fairfax's vehicle theft compare to Virginia?
Fairfax's vehicle theft rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 255.6 per 100K is below the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of vehicle theft in Fairfax?
Based on the rate of 255.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 391 residents could be affected by vehicle theft in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Fairfax safe from vehicle theft?
Fairfax is about average for vehicle theft. The rate of 255.6 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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