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Violent Crime in Manassas, Virginia (2026)

301.6 per 100K · 17% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

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Manassas has a violent crime rate of 301.6 per 100K, which is 17% below the national average of 363.8. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 332 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Manassas, Virginia is 301.6 per 100,000 residents, which is 17% below the national average of 363.8. That puts Manassas's violent crime below the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Manassas vs State and National Averages

Manassas
301.6
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Manassas

1 in 332

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Manassas in a given year, based on the rate of 301.6 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 Manassas

B
Property Crime1541.5/100K · 16% below avg
B-
Murder4.8/100K · 16% below avg
B
Assault183.7/100K · 32% below avg
B
Robbery38.2/100K · 40% below avg
B-
Burglary216.8/100K · 20% below avg
B-
Theft999.5/100K · 29% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft365.9/100K · 15% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Charlottesville
B-
310.0
Blacksburg
C+
367.9
Danville
B-
329.0
Leesburg
B-
342.5
Harrisonburg
C+
393.8
Petersburg
B-
322.6

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Manassas

How bad is violent crime in Manassas?
As of 2026, Manassas's violent crime rate of 301.6 per 100K is 17% below the national average. It ranks behind 45% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Manassas?
As of 2026, 301.6 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 Manassas?
Crime rates in Manassas have been stable overall. Violent Crime has not shown significant movement.
How does Manassas's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Manassas performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 301.6 per 100K is below the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Manassas?
Based on the rate of 301.6 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 332 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 Manassas safe from violent crime?
Manassas is about average for violent crime. The rate of 301.6 per 100K is below the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Manassas 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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