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Assault in Vienna, Virginia (2026)

243.3 per 100K · 9% below national avg · Grade B-

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Vienna has a assault rate of 243.3 per 100K, which is 9% below the national average of 268.2. Grade: B-. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 411 per year.

In 2026, the assault rate in Vienna, Virginia is 243.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 9% below the national average of 268.2. That puts Vienna's assault close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Assault Rate: Vienna vs State and National Averages

Vienna
243.3
Virginia Avg
275.0
National Avg
268.2

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

Your Odds: Assault in Vienna

1 in 411

Approximate chance of being affected by assault in Vienna in a given year, based on the rate of 243.3 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 Vienna

B-
Violent Crime317.1/100K · 13% below avg
B-
Property Crime1778.1/100K · 3% below avg
B-
Murder4.2/100K · 26% below avg
B
Robbery37.2/100K · 41% below avg

Assault in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Manassas Park
C+
334.5
Bristol
B-
262.1
Radford
C+
312.3
Williamsburg
C+
275.2
Front Royal
B-
222.7
Falls Church
B-
211.0

Frequently Asked Questions About Assault in Vienna

How bad is assault in Vienna?
As of 2026, Vienna's assault rate of 243.3 per 100K is 9% below the national average. It ranks behind 47% of US cities for assault.
What is the assault rate in Vienna?
As of 2026, 243.3 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 Vienna?
Crime in Vienna has trended upward recently, though specific assault trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Vienna's assault compare to Virginia?
Vienna performs better than most Virginia cities on assault. Its rate of 243.3 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of assault in Vienna?
Based on the rate of 243.3 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 411 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 Vienna safe from assault?
Vienna is about average for assault. The rate of 243.3 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Vienna 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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