Before you look at the list, what city comes to mind as the most dangerous place in the U.S.? If you thought of Chicago or Los Angeles, you may be surprised to find they don’t rank in the top 15 in the country.
Here Are the Top 15 Most Dangerous Cities in the US: Know Before You Go
As you plan your travel itinerary for the year, you may want to have a look at the cities listed. We’re not saying you shouldn’t go there, but certainly do your research ahead of time and know which part of town is safer to visit.
Data based on research provided by Neighborhood Scout.
1. Bessemer, AL
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 33.1
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 30
2. Mobile, AL
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 27.9
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 35
3. Monroe, LA
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 26.3
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 38
4. Saginaw, MI
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 25.1
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 39
5. Memphis, TN
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 25.1
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 39
6. Detroit, MI
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 23.0
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 43
7. Birmingham, AL
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 20.6
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 49
8. Pine Bluff, AR
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 20.5
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 48
9. Little Rock, AR
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 20.2
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 49
10. Alexandria, LA
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 18.8
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 53
11. Cleveland, OH
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 17.1
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 58
12. Kalamazoo, MI
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 16.8
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 59
13. Milwaukee, WI
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 16.6
Odds of being a victim:: 1 in 59
14. Albany, GA
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 16.1
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 61
15. Gadsden, AL
Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 residents: 15.8
Odds of being a victim: 1 in 63
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This article was produced by Our Woven Journey.
Karee Blunt is a nationally syndicated travel journalist, focused on discovering destinations and experiences that captivate and inspire others through her writing. She is also the founder of Our Woven Journey, a travel site focused on inspiring others to create memory-making adventures with their loved ones. Karee is passionate about encouraging others to step out of their comfort zone and live the life they dream of. She is the mother of six kids, including four through adoption, and lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest. You can learn more about Karee on her about me page.