Below Average · Population: 195,922
Roanoke, Virginia is a city with above-average crime rates, with a safety score of 45/100. The violent crime rate of 266 per 100K is near the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 195,922, Roanoke reported 521 violent crimes and 7,998 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 10.2 per 100K |
| Rape | 23 per 100K |
| Robbery | 76.2 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 156.5 per 100K |
| Burglary | 1,079.4 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 2,010.3 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 992.7 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 521 |
| Property Crimes | 7,998 |
| Total Crimes | 8,519 |
With a safety score of 45/100, Roanoke has higher crime rates than the national average. Property crime accounts for 94% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.