As of June 2024, the following cities have the highest crime rates in the United States, based on various crime statistics including violent crime rates (per 100,000 residents):
1. St. Louis, MO
- Violent Crime Rate: 2,082
- High rates of murder (64.9 per 100,000) and aggravated assault.
2. Detroit, MI
- Violent Crime Rate: 2,057
- Significant issues with murder, rape, and aggravated assault.
3. Baltimore, MD
- Violent Crime Rate: 2,027
- Leading in murder rates (50 per 100,000) and high robbery rates.
4. Memphis, TN
- Violent Crime Rate: 2,003
- Known for high rates of aggravated assault and motor vehicle theft.
5. Little Rock, AR
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,634
- Struggles with high rates of aggravated assault and robbery.
6. Milwaukee, WI
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,597
- High levels of aggravated assault and robbery.
7. Rockford, IL
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,588
- Significant issues with aggravated assault and robbery.
8. Cleveland, OH
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,557
- High rates of murder, rape, and aggravated assault.
9. Stockton, CA
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,415
- High rates of robbery and aggravated assault.
10. Albuquerque, NM
- Violent Crime Rate: 1,369
- High rates of aggravated assault and motor vehicle theft.
These statistics reflect the complex social, economic, and policing challenges faced by these cities. Efforts to mitigate these crime rates include community policing, economic revitalization, and targeted law enforcement initiatives.
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