Well, it’s settled: I’m never moving to St. Louis. With an alarming 69.4 murder rate, St. Louis holds the unenviable position as the most dangerous city in the United States.
The 40.6 murder rate New Orleans boasts is a haunting reminder that there is still a lot of work to be done safety-wise — the lives of tourists and residents alike depend on it.
Many residents argue their murder rate of 39.7 holds back development in low-income areas of the cities, as many projects can’t get off the ground due to safety concerns.
Cleveland’s current 33.7 murder rate is one of the highest in the nation. In the eyes of many, Cleveland’s reputation for being family-friendly is going down the drain.