Most Dangerous Places to Live in the US – Cities to Avoid

St. Louis consistently ranks among the cities with the highest violent crime rates in the US, with particularly high rates of homicide, robbery, and assault

St. Louis, Missouri

Detroit has a reputation for high crime rates, including high rates of violent crime and property crime. Economic struggles and urban blight have contributed to its challenges

Detroit, Michigan

Baltimore has faced significant challenges related to violent crime, particularly homicides and shootings, along with issues such as poverty and drug addiction

Baltimore, Maryland

Memphis has a high violent crime rate, including high rates of homicide and aggravated assault. Poverty and gang-related activity contribute to its crime challenges

Memphis, Tennessee

While crime rates vary by neighborhood, Chicago has struggled with gun violence and gang-related crime, particularly in certain areas on the city's south and west sides

Chicago, Illinois

Oakland has high rates of violent crime, including homicides and robberies. Economic disparities and gang activity are contributing factors to its crime challenges

Oakland, California

Cleveland faces challenges related to violent crime, including high rates of homicide and aggravated assault, as well as issues such as poverty and unemployment

Cleveland, Ohio

Kansas City has a high violent crime rate, particularly in certain neighborhoods, with issues such as homicide, robbery, and aggravated assault

Kansas City, Missouri

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