Arlington, VT Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Arlington Safe?
Yes — Arlington is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Arlington has a crime rate that is 51% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 582.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 582
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
55% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 264
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
79% lower than national average
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Arlington Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
47 | -53% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
35 | -65% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
55 | -45% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
29 | -71% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
14 | -86% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
33 | -67% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Arlington Crime Map
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Arlington Crime by Zip Code
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Arlington Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Arlington, VT?
Arlington, VT has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 51% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 582 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 264 chance for property crime. Arlington has lower crime than 95% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Arlington, VT safe to live in?
Arlington is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Arlington is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Arlington?
The estimated violent crime rate in Arlington is 171.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 55% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 582 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.4 per 100K (52% below average); aggravated assault at 124.8 per 100K (53% below average); robbery at 26.1 per 100K (65% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Arlington?
The estimated property crime rate in Arlington is 378.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 79% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 264 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 76.9 per 100K (71% below average); larceny/theft at 197.3 per 100K (86% below average); vehicle theft at 104.7 per 100K (67% below average).
How does Arlington crime compare to the national average?
Arlington's overall crime rate is 51% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is rape (45% below average), while larceny/theft is 86% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Arlington has lower crime than 95% of them.
Is Arlington safe to visit?
Arlington is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 79% below average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Arlington crime compare to the rest of Vermont?
Vermont as a whole has crime that is 11% above the national average. Arlington's crime rate is 51% below the national average, making it safer the typical Vermont city.
What type of crime is most common in Arlington?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Arlington, with an estimated rate of 197.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 86% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (379 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (172 per 100K) in Arlington, which is consistent with national trends.