Here’s Where South Carolina Ranks Among States With The Worst Crime Rates
We all hope we find an area to settle down where our families feel safe. But, that sometimes is easier said than done. Luckily, Forbes helped us out with their study of states with the worst crime rates. And, of course, I had to look and see where my state of South Carolina ranks.
First of all, the study tells us right away that the most dangerous state in the country is New Mexico. The rate of violent crimes there rank higher per capita than anywhere else. On the other hand, New Hampshire scored highest for safety.
But, where does the Palmetto State of South Carolina rank? South Carolina landed among the top 10 states listed as most dangerous. It came in at number 8 on the list with 4.91 violent crimes per 1000 residents. And, the chances of becoming a victim of a violent crime in South Carolina were 1/204, compared with 1/128 in New Mexico, the most dangerous state.
However, North Carolina fared a bit better coming in at number 16 with 4.05 violent crime rate per capita. And, the chances of being a victim of a violent crime in North Carolina are 1/247.
So, what’s the takeaway from all these numbers? The Forbes study breaks down all sorts of metrics among demographics and time frames including the pandemic. Forbes points out that there was in increase in murders during COVID. And, Southern states make up two of the five most dangerous in the U.S. Also, property crimes are on the rise.
And, to look at all the numbers, see the full study from Forbes. It also includes interesting data on the most common arrests in each state. So, stay safe and do your homework when it’s time to relocate. But, just rest assured that at least the Carolinas didn’t place first in the study of states with the worst crime rates.
These Are the Most Dangerous Cities in America
It’s always interesting to see which cities are considered safe and dangerous in the US. It can also be helpful if you’re planning a big move. Now, there’s a new study out that pinpoints the most dangerous cities in America.
The new study comes from Noradarealestate.com. In it, they say, “From gang violence to high levels of property crime, these cities have earned their spots on the list.” Yikes.
Before we get to the crime in each region of the country, let’s look at some of the No. 1s in this study. According to Noradarealestate.com, the “FBI’s most dangerous city” in the West is Stockton, California. In the Midwest, it’s St. Louis, Missouri. Then, in the South, it’s Baltimore, Maryland; and in the Northeast, it’s Hartford, Connecticut. Noradarealestate.com notes that even though these cities are dangerous in the report, “each of these cities has also demonstrated resilience and a commitment to addressing these issues through various initiatives and collaborative efforts. By focusing on community engagement, comprehensive strategies, and investment in socio-economic development, these cities can work towards creating safer, more inclusive, and prosperous communities for all residents.” So, it’s not all dismal. There is definitely hope.
So, what’s the most dangerous city in America? Detroit. “The violent crime index, encompassing homicides, robberies, and aggravated assaults, is alarmingly high,” the study states. “The prevalence of guns and gang activity further exacerbates the issue, making Detroit a concerning place in terms of personal safety.” That said, I love Detroit, and even though it’s good to see which cities are trending up and down in terms of crime, remember that every city has its good and bad areas. So, don’t write these towns off your list because of one study. Find the full study from Noradarealestate.com here.
Check out the most dangerous cities in America by region below, via the latest FBI data.
Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.
