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Violent Crime in Warrenton, Virginia (2026)

413.7 per 100K · 14% above national avg · Grade C+

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Quick Answer

Warrenton has a violent crime rate of 413.7 per 100K, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. Grade: C+. Your odds of being affected: approximately 1 in 242 per year.

In 2026, the violent crime rate in Warrenton, Virginia is 413.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 14% above the national average of 363.8. That puts Warrenton's violent crime close to the national average. Based on FBI UCR data.

Violent Crime Rate: Warrenton vs State and National Averages

Warrenton
413.7
Virginia Avg
370.6
National Avg
363.8

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

Your Odds: Violent Crime in Warrenton

1 in 242

Approximate chance of being affected by violent crime in Warrenton in a given year, based on the rate of 413.7 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 Warrenton

B
Property Crime1672.1/100K · 9% below avg
B-
Murder4.8/100K · 16% below avg
C
Assault365.7/100K · 36% above avg
B-
Robbery52.6/100K · 17% below avg
B-
Burglary255.0/100K · 5% below avg
B-
Theft1308.4/100K · 7% below avg
C+
Vehicle Theft364.4/100K · 14% above avg

Violent Crime in Nearby Virginia Cities

CityGradeRate
Poquoson
B-
349.6
Martinsville
B-
340.5
Falls Church
B-
309.9
Front Royal
C+
355.4
Williamsburg
C+
396.6
Bristol
C+
355.7

Frequently Asked Questions About Violent Crime in Warrenton

How bad is violent crime in Warrenton?
As of 2026, Warrenton's violent crime rate of 413.7 per 100K is 14% above the national average. It ranks behind 56% of US cities for violent crime.
What is the violent crime rate in Warrenton?
As of 2026, 413.7 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 Warrenton?
Crime in Warrenton has trended upward recently, though specific violent crime trends may differ from the overall picture.
How does Warrenton's violent crime compare to Virginia?
Warrenton performs better than most Virginia cities on violent crime. Its rate of 413.7 per 100K is close to the national average when compared nationally.
What are the odds of being a victim of violent crime in Warrenton?
Based on the rate of 413.7 per 100,000, approximately 1 in 242 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 Warrenton safe from violent crime?
Warrenton is about average for violent crime. The rate of 413.7 per 100K is close to the national average. Awareness and normal precautions go a long way.
Back to Warrenton 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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