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Crime in Lynchburg summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Lynchburg. Key points include:
There were 1,683 total crimes in Lynchburg in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Lynchburg is 2,094.9 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Lynchburg is 357.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Lynchburg is 1,737.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Lynchburg is -1.15% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Lynchburg Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Lynchburg / 100k People |
Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 1,683 | 2,094.9 | 1,787.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 287 | 357.2 | 217.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 9 | 11.2 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 30 | 37.3 | 33.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 206 | 256.4 | 152.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 1,396 | 1,737.6 | 1,569.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 168 | 209.1 | 108.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,018 | 1,267.1 | 1,315.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 210 | 261.4 | 145.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Lynchburg summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lynchburg. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lynchburg is 102 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lynchburg is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lynchburg is $262,101.
The median income in Lynchburg is $57,947.
Lynchburg's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lynchburg Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lynchburg | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 102 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 102 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 91 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 105 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lynchburg, VA Weather
The average high in Lynchburg is 67.3° and the average low is 44.1°.
There are 70.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 42.3 inches of precipitation each year with 13.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lynchburg |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 67.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 44.1 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 70.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 42.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 13.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Lynchburg, VA Photos
2 Reviews & Comments About Lynchburg
I'm from Lynchburg, VA and it's not much to do here.
I live in Lynchburg actually in the city. We hear sirens every night. There are shootings and stabbings every week and Channel 13 doesn't report any of it. Channel 7 out of Roanoke lets people know whats going on. I think Lynchburg in general needs to be better informed.
There was a shooting at the hospital last night.
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Lynchburg Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lynchburg
The current population in Lynchburg is 79,497. The population has increased 7.8% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 79,497 | 0.3% |
| 2023 | 79,255 | 0.1% |
| 2022 | 79,166 | 0.2% |
| 2021 | 78,973 | -2.5% |
| 2020 | 80,970 | 0.5% |
| 2019 | 80,569 | 0.5% |
| 2018 | 80,131 | 1.1% |
| 2017 | 79,237 | 0.6% |
| 2016 | 78,755 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 78,158 | 0.7% |
| 2014 | 77,626 | 1.5% |
| 2013 | 76,467 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 75,657 | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 74,849 | 1.5% |
| 2010 | 73,726 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lynchburg
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Lynchburg is:
59.9% White with 47,601 White residents.
27.0% African American with 21,483 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 55 American Indian residents.
2.2% Asian with 1,775 Asian residents.
0.2% Hawaiian with 120 Hawaiian residents.
1.2% Other with 924 Other residents.
4.4% Two Or More with 3,498 Two Or More residents.
5.1% Hispanic with 4,041 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lynchburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 59.9% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 27.0% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.2% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.1% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lynchburg
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Lynchburg is 53.2% female with 42,256 female residents.
Lynchburg is 46.8% male with 37,241 male residents.
| Gender | Lynchburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lynchburg for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed 9-12th grade.
25.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed associate's degree.
23.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed bachelor's degree.
11.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Lynchburg completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lynchburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 25.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lynchburg, Virginia
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8.0% of households in Lynchburg earn Less than $10,000.
4.8% of households in Lynchburg earn $10,000 to $14,999.
7.9% of households in Lynchburg earn $15,000 to $24,999.
9.7% of households in Lynchburg earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.2% of households in Lynchburg earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.8% of households in Lynchburg earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.8% of households in Lynchburg earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.7% of households in Lynchburg earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.0% of households in Lynchburg earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.2% of households in Lynchburg earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lynchburg | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 8.0% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 7.9% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.7% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.2% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.8% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.8% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.7% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.0% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.2% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
