22980 Zip Code, Waynesboro

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Waynesboro

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 110
10% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 22980 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 22980 in Waynesboro, VA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Waynesboro.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 119, 19% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 119 (19% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 105 (5% above avg)

22980 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Waynesboro city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
114 +14% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
109 +9% Moderate
Rape
111 +11% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
105 +5% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
119 +19% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
106 +6% Moderate

22980 Crime Map

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22980 Demographics & Context

Population
33,354
Median Income
$68,046
Home Value
$275,799
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
449/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.4%
Graduate Degree 9%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 80.4%
Black 12.6%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 22980, Waynesboro?

Zip code 22980 in Waynesboro, VA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 22980 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Waynesboro.

Is Zip code 22980 a safe neighborhood in Waynesboro?

Zip code 22980 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Waynesboro, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 119), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Waynesboro.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 22980?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 22980 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 119 (19% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 22980?

Zip code 22980 has a population of approximately 33,354. The median household income is $68,046. The median home value is $275,799. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 22980 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 22980's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Waynesboro, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.