Dangerous Cities in the United States

High crime rates tend to rise in areas that are frequently densely populated. These towns and cities frequently have low income, rising drug use, and high rates of unemployment.

Detroit is consistently ranked high on violent city lists, as its population of over 600 000 residents sees about 22 crimes per day.

Detroit, Michigan

This is due to the fact that Monroe has 95.2 incidences per 100,000 residents per year, compared to the national average of 22.7 incidents per 100,000.

Monroe, Louisiana

Memphis is the birthplace of rock 'n' roll and the home of the blues. The Mississippi River runs through the city, which is home to over 700,000.

Memphis, Tennessee

Springfield, Missouri

St Louis, Missouri

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Anchorage, Alaska

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