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Assault in Harrisonburg, Virginia (2026)

310.3 per 100K · 16% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Harrisonburg has a assault rate of 310.3 per 100K, which is 16% above the national average of 268.2. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 322 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Harrisonburg, Virginia is 310.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 16% above the national average of 268.2. That puts Harrisonburg's assault above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Harrisonburg vs State and National Averages

Harrisonburg
310.3
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Harrisonburg

1 in 322

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Harrisonburg in a given year, based on the rate of 310.3 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 Harrisonburg

C+
Violent Crime393.8/100K · 8% above avg
B-
Property Crime1971.9/100K · 8% above avg
C
Murder7.6/100K · 33% above avg
C+
Robbery80.3/100K · 27% above avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Leesburg
C+
288.6
Blacksburg
B-
235.2
Charlottesville
B-
262.9
Manassas
B
183.7
Danville
B-
212.1
Petersburg
B-
256.3

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Harrisonburg

How bad is assault in Harrisonburg?
As of 2026, Harrisonburg's assault rate of 310.3 per 100K is 16% above the national average. It ranks behind 55% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Harrisonburg?
As of 2026, 310.3 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 Harrisonburg?
Crime in Harrisonburg has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Harrisonburg's assault compare to Virginia?
Harrisonburg's assault rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 310.3 per 100K is above the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Harrisonburg?
Based on the rate of 310.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 322 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 Harrisonburg safe from assault?
Harrisonburg is about average for assault. The rate of 310.3 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Harrisonburg 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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