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Violent Crime in Harrisonburg, Virginia (2026)

393.8 per 100K · 8% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Harrisonburg has a violent crime rate of 393.8 per 100K, which is 8% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 254 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Harrisonburg, Virginia is 393.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 8% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Harrisonburg's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Harrisonburg vs State and National Averages

Harrisonburg
393.8
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Harrisonburg

1 in 254

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Harrisonburg in a given year, based on the rate of 393.8 per 100,000 residents.

What Is Violent Crime?

Violent crime includes offenses where force or the threat of force is used against a victim. The FBI classifies four crimes as violent: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.

Other Crime Types in Harrisonburg

B-
Property Crime1971.9/100K · 8% above avg
C
Murder7.6/100K · 33% above avg
C+
Assault310.3/100K · 16% above avg
C+
Robbery80.3/100K · 27% above avg
C+
Burglary286.8/100K · 6% above avg
B-
Theft1213.3/100K · 13% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft402.1/100K · 26% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Leesburg
B-
342.5
Blacksburg
C+
367.9
Charlottesville
B-
310.0
Manassas
B-
301.6
Danville
B-
329.0
Petersburg
B-
322.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Harrisonburg

How bad is violent crime in Harrisonburg?
As of 2026, Harrisonburg's violent crime rate of 393.8 per 100K is 8% above the national average. It ranks behind 54% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Harrisonburg?
As of 2026, 393.8 per 100,000 residents, based on the most recent FBI Uniform Crime Report data. The national average is 363.8 per 100K.
Is violent crime increasing in Harrisonburg?
Crime in Harrisonburg has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Harrisonburg's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Harrisonburg's violent crime rate is higher than many Virginia cities. The rate of 393.8 per 100K is close to the national average.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Harrisonburg?
Based on the rate of 393.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 254 residents could be affected by violent crime in a given year. This is a statistical estimate, not a prediction — actual risk varies by neighborhood and behavior.
Is Harrisonburg safe from violent crime?
Harrisonburg is about average for violent crime. The rate of 393.8 per 100K is close to 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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