Despite being a small and peaceful island community, Chincoteague, VA has not been completely immune to crime. According to recent statistics, the rate of violent crime in Chincoteague is at 9.9, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher at 26.8 compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that while Chincoteague may have a lower overall crime rate, its residents are not completely safe from the threat of theft and property damage. As a resident of Chincoteague, it's important to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to protect oneself and one's property from potential crime.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Chincoteague violent crime is 9.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Chincoteague property crime is 26.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.