Crime Safety Grade

A-

Great Falls, VA Crime Rate

Lower crime than 97% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Great Falls Safe?

With an overall crime index of 32, Great Falls has a 68% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 397. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Great Falls earning an A grade while Great Falls rates A.

Crime Index Comparison

Great Falls
32
Virginia Avg
112
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
32
68% below average
Violent Crime
63
37% below average
Property Crime
44
56% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Great Falls

1 in 397

Property crime: 1 in 568

Where Is It Safe in Great Falls?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Great Falls
A
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Great Falls Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Robbery · 19% above avg
Lowest Risk
Murder · 80% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 20 ▼ 80%
Assault Violent 49 ▼ 51%
Robbery Violent 119 ▲ 19%
Burglary Property 43 ▼ 57%
Larceny / Theft Property 38 ▼ 62%
Vehicle Theft Property 52 ▼ 48%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Great Falls Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Great Falls A 32

Great Falls Crime by Zip Code

22066
A Index: 33

Great Falls Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
14,793
Median Income
$238,828
Home Value
$1,128,510
Median Rent
$2,851
Home Ownership
94%

Racial Demographics

White
72.7%
Black
2.6%
Hispanic
4.5%
Asian
18.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Great Falls?
Great Falls has an overall crime index of 32, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Great Falls are rated A or B for safety.
Is Great Falls safe to live in?
Great Falls has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Great Falls?
The safest neighborhoods in Great Falls based on crime data include Great Falls. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Great Falls crime compare to the national average?
Great Falls's overall crime index is 32 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 68% lower than the typical US city.

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