50 Most Murderous Cities In America
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What Are The Most Murderous Cities In America?
Understanding the prevalence of homicides in American cities is crucial for grasping public safety dynamics. Homicide rates, expressed per 100,000 residents, offer a clear metric to compare the severity of this issue across different urban areas.
High rates often highlight underlying challenges such as economic disparities, social tensions, and the effectiveness of local law enforcement. Recognizing these patterns can inform targeted policies and community initiatives aimed at reducing violence and improving overall well-being.
The following list presents the 50 U.S. cities with the highest homicide rates based on the most recent data available, primarily from 2021. It’s important to note that while these figures provide insight into the prevalence of homicides, they don’t encompass the full spectrum of safety or quality of life in these cities.
Factors such as community initiatives, economic development, and local governance play significant roles in shaping the overall environment.
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Here are the 50 U.S. cities with the highest homicide rates.
1. St. Louis, Missouri
2. Baltimore, Maryland
3. Birmingham, Alabama
4. Detroit, Michigan
5. New Orleans, Louisiana
6. Memphis, Tennessee
7. Cleveland, Ohio
8. Kansas City, Missouri
9. Shreveport, Louisiana
10. Dayton, Ohio
11. Milwaukee, Wisconsin
12. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
13. Indianapolis, Indiana
14. Chicago, Illinois
15. Washington D.C.
16. Atlanta, Georgia
17. Oakland, California
18. Cincinnati, Ohio
19. Louisville, Kentucky
20. North Charleston, South Carolina
21. San Bernardino, California
22. Richmond, Virginia
23. Rochester, New York
24. Pine Bluff, Arkansas
25. Wilmington, Delaware
26. Saginaw, Michigan
27. Baton Rouge, Louisiana
28. Columbus, Ohio
29. Toledo, Ohio
30. Minneapolis, Minneapolis
31. Columbia, South Carolina
32. Akron, Ohio
33. Albuquerque, New Mexico
34. Savannah, Georgia
35. Columbus, Georgia
36. Tuscaloosa, Alabama
37. Houston, Texas
38. Montgomery, Alabama
39. Newark, New Jersey
40. Chattanooga Tennessee
41. New Haven, Connecticut
42. Buffalo, New York
43. Augusta, Georgia
44. Tucson, Arizona
45. High Point, North Carolina
46. Dallas, Texas
47. Shreveport, Louisiana
48. Greensboro, North Carolina
49. Beaumont, Texas
50. Richmond, California
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