Dayton, VA has a relatively low crime rate compared to the rest of the United States, with a violent crime rate of 6.1, much lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate in Dayton, VA is slightly higher than the national average at 14.3 compared to 35.4. This means that while there may be fewer incidents of violent crime in Dayton, property crimes such as theft and burglary are still a concern for residents. Despite the lower overall crime rate, it is important for the community to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to keep themselves and their property safe.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Dayton violent crime is 6.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Dayton property crime is 14.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.