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US Major Cities: The Top 10 Most Dangerous <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The United States of America is one of the most populated countries in the world, numbering over 329.06 million people. Of course, with any country carrying a large population, there\u2019s bound to be its ups and downs. Today we will talk about the most dangerous cities in the US where the crime rate often higher than in some countries found around the world. Danger lurks around many corners, but this list points out the cities where those corners are prevalent.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Top 10 Most Dangerous Cities in the US<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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10. Indianapolis, Indiana<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Violent crimes are at 5,476 per 100,000 people in this city, carrying a population of 846,674. With a density of around 2,342 people per square mile, there are many people living and working in one of the most dangerous cities in the US. One of the bonuses is that commuting to work only takes an average of 23 minutes, and there are many attractions to keep visitors busy and out of trouble. The Children\u2019s Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Hall of Fame Museum are a few places to visit while trying to avoid becoming a statistic. The poverty rate hovers around 21%, the unemployment rate sits at 6.1%, and there\u2019s a 1-in-18 chance of someone becoming the victim of a crime in this city.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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9. Cleveland, Ohio<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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While there may not be too many world-renowned attractions in this city, you may want to visit the West Side Market. There\u2019s also the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame along with its museum. However, you might give going a second thought with the second largest city of Ohio\u2019s high crime rate. The violent crimes are 6,473 for every 100,000 people, with a population of 398,165. At 5,009 people per square mile, there\u2019s a dense population here with a 1-in-16 chance of becoming a victim. There\u2019s a poverty rate of 36% and an unemployment rate of 7.4%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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8. Stockton, California<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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California is a trendy place to vacation. Located in California\u2019s Central Valley, Stockton offers the Haggin Museum, the Historical Bob Hope Theatre and the Stockton Arena as places to visit if you\u2019re passing through this dangerous city. The population is 301,443, with a violent crime rate of 5,042 per 100,000 people. The city claimed bankruptcy back in 2012, which some associate with higher crime rates due to the lack of funds to provide adequate policing. Even with the dense population of 4,887 people per square mile, the real estate prices are still 53.5% lower than the state\u2019s average. The unemployment rate is 8% and the poverty rate is 23.7%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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7. Kansas City, Missouri<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Not to be mistaken for the city of the same namesake in the state of Kansas, Kansas City, Missouri comes in with 6,268 violent crimes per 100,000 people in a population of 471,767. The dense population of 1,498 people per square mile gives the average person a 1-in-16 chance of becoming a victim. However, the efforts of the city can\u2019t be ignored as it\u2019s been praised for bringing homicide rates down. Commuters spend an average of 22 minutes and there\u2019s the National World War I Museum to visit. The poverty rate is around 18.3% and the unemployment rate is fairly low at 4.3%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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6. Oakland, California<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Even with the city\u2019s violent crime rate at 7,282 per 100,000 people in a population of 412,040, the prices of real estate are gradually rising. The increase can be caused by a number of things, from gentrification to the efforts of the police cleaning up the notorious metropolis. Real estate prices are 23.3% higher than the California state average. Things may change over the next few years, but what remains to visit are the Oakland Zoo, Lake Merritt and Jack London Square. It houses 7,372 people per square mile with a poverty rate of 20% and unemployment at 4.2%<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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5. Baltimore, Maryland<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Most notably used to film HBO\u2019s fictional drama series The Wire, Baltimore has one of the highest crime rates in the country. At 6,955 violent crimes per 100,000 people with a population of 621,000, the city has a robbery rate nearly ten times higher than the national average. With there being 7,672 people per square mile, there\u2019s still a ton of things to do in the densely populated city like visiting the National Aquarium and Oriole Park. There\u2019s a 1-in-15 chance of becoming the victim of a crime, the poverty rate is 23.1%, and the unemployment rate is at 6.1%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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4. Milwaukee, Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Being the largest city in Wisconsin doesn\u2019t come without its challenges. Violent crimes are reported at 5,389 per 100,000 people, with a population of 598,672. Averaging 6,225 people per square mile, there\u2019s a 2-mile stretch where the bulk of the crimes committed seem to occur. The police are focusing their efforts on that part of the city, leaving visitors safe to visit sites like the Milwaukee Art Museum, Miller Park and the Lakefront Brewery. The economy is booming, there\u2019s a hub of universities, businesses, festivals, and cultural events. However, the poverty rate sits at 28.4% and the unemployment rate is at 4.3%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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3. Memphis, Tennessee<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Known for music and amazing food, it\u2019s almost hard to imagine the home of Elvis Presley is one of the most dangerous cities in the US. The population is 655,857 with violent crimes at 8,301 per 100,000 people. There is a 1-in-13 chance of becoming a victim in this city with a density of 2,066 people per square mile. Outside of Graceland, Sun Studios is high on the list of places to visit, even with the crime rate on the rise. The poverty rate is 27.6% and the unemployment rate is at 7%. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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2. Detroit, Michigan<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Detroit has been nefariously classified as an urban graveyard with thousands of vacant buildings and the population declining rapidly. Currently, violent crimes are at 6,597 per 100,000 people within a population of 683,443. The 1-in-16 chance of becoming the victim of a crime is high even though the city may appear to be deserted. The population is concentrated to certain areas at 4,927 people per square mile. The poverty rate is 39% and unemployment is at 9.3%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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1. St.Louis, Missouri<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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A great city for barbecue and blues, St. Louis is also home to the Louisville Slugger. The population may only be 316,030, but the violent crimes reported are at 8,124 per 100,000 people. The density of the residents at 5,101 people per square mile is undoubtedly a factor in this. There\u2019s a 1-in-13 chance of becoming the victim of a crime and property crimes are at an astounding 6.041 per 100,000 people. There are some amazing places to visit like the Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo and City Museum, but that may be difficult to enjoy with so much crime being committed. The rates in this less-populated city manage to topple the states average by 293% and blow away the country\u2019s average by 444%. The poverty rate is 26.7% and the unemployment rate is 7%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Overall, the population density, unemployment rate, and poverty rate are significant indicators of rising crime rates and danger in major cities around the US. Without steady income or income that allows for basic human essentials, some people believe they\u2019re forced to commit crimes to survive. The mental state of cities like Detroit where life seems to be driving away can be devastating to the morale of its inhabitants putting people in a state of mind where crime seems to be the only way out of a bad situation. These observations and opinions are in no way conclusive of why these crimes are committed in such densely populated cities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Crime Rates Of Major Cities<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The numbers of violent crimes reported are totals of the following crimes committed per 100,000 people:
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    St. Louis <\/td>8,124<\/td><\/tr>
    Detroit <\/td>6,597<\/td><\/tr>
    Memphis <\/td>8,301<\/td><\/tr>
    Milwaukee <\/td>5,389<\/td><\/tr>
    Baltimore<\/td>6,955<\/td><\/tr>
    Oakland<\/td>7,282<\/td><\/tr>
    Kansas City<\/td>6.268<\/td><\/tr>
    Stockton<\/td>5,042<\/td><\/tr>
    Cleveland<\/td>6,473<\/td><\/tr>
    Indianapolis<\/td>5,746<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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    USA Compared To Other Countries<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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    Crime in the United States is down since the early 1990s. A lot of crimes go unreported and many that are don\u2019t get solved. Be that as it may, crime statistics are indicative of a trusted law enforcement presence and a willingness to report a crime. With a population of over 300 million people, the murder rate is 5 per 100,000 people. Compared to other countries, the US is neither the most dangerous or least violent. Here\u2019s how a few others stack up.
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    Philippines<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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    The population is at 100.98 million, with a murder rate of 9.84 per 100,000 people. Human trafficking and prostitution of children are significant issues, along with inconsistent law enforcement. There\u2019s also an abundance of corruption and police misconduct. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    El Salvador<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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    This country is the densest in Central America with the highest crime rate in the world as of 2017. The population is at 6.34 million and remains the epicenter for the gang crisis. The country\u2019s law enforcement is making strides to lower the crime rate by offering financial rewards leading to the capture of gang leaders. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    South Africa<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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    Murder is at 35.9 per 100,000 people, with a population of 58.56 million people. With the crime being so high, the country\u2019s private security force is skyrocketing too. There are over 400,000 active security guards, which is more than the police force and army combined. Citizens find safety in living in gated communities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    Russia<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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    Crime is rising amongst law enforcement and security officials in this country with a population of 146.79 million people. Murder is significantly lower than other countries with a rate of 7 committed per 100,000 people. Drug trafficking and illicit drug use appear to be the biggest problems in the criminal atmosphere. The lack of border controls influences the high stats and has assisted the country in becoming one of the two major drug producers in the world and one of five major entry points for drug traffickers to trade their drugs across international borders.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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    The US has its issues, but it\u2019s one of the safest countries in the world to live.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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