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Robbery in Richmond, Virginia (2026)

74.8 per 100K · 18% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Richmond has a robbery rate of 74.8 per 100K, which is 18% above the national average of 63.3. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 1,337 per year.

In 2026, the robbery rate in Richmond, Virginia is 74.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 18% above the national average of 63.3. That puts Richmond's robbery above the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Robbery Rate: Richmond vs State and National Averages

Richmond
74.8
Virginia Avg
65.4
National Avg
63.3

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

Your Odds: Robbery in Richmond

1 in 1,337

Approximate chance of being affected by robbery in Richmond in a given year, based on the rate of 74.8 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 Richmond

C+
Violent Crime414.7/100K · 14% above avg
C+
Property Crime2040.1/100K · 11% above avg
C
Murder8.2/100K · 44% above avg
C+
Assault303.3/100K · 13% above avg

Robbery in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Arlington
B
39.0
Norfolk
C
85.6
Chesapeake
B
44.3
Newport News
C
87.4
Alexandria
C+
66.8
Hampton
B-
58.1

Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery in Richmond

How bad is robbery in Richmond?
As of 2026, Richmond's robbery rate of 74.8 per 100K is 18% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for robbery.
What is the robbery rate in Richmond?
As of 2026, 74.8 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 Richmond?
Crime in Richmond has trended upward recently, though specific robbery trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Richmond's robbery compare to Virginia?
Richmond performs better than most Virginia cities on robbery. Its rate of 74.8 per 100K is above the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of robbery in Richmond?
Based on the rate of 74.8 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 1,337 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 Richmond safe from robbery?
Richmond is about average for robbery. The rate of 74.8 per 100K is above the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Richmond 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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