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5 Most Dangerous States In The US

The US is a great nation with a great economy. Do you consider moving to the US? Here are some 5 most dangerous states in the US you should be aware of.

These states are tagged as dangerous in the US because of the high rate of crime, violence, and murder. In this article, I will provide you with 5 most dangerous states in the US.

5 Most Dangerous States In The US

5. Michigan 

On the list of 5 most dangerous states in the US, Michigan ranks 6th. According to statistics, in the year 2020 crime incidents were stated to be around 40,000. There has been an uproar in both murder and property crimes.

Also, around 14,509 murders were reported to have happened in Michigan. The top cities in Michigan where these horrible incidents take place are Saginaw, Detroit, and Kalamazoo.

4. South Dakota 

There is a high rate of violence and crime in South Dakota. According to reports, about 3,000 assaults happened in the year 2021. Also, South Dakota is ranked as the second state with the highest rate of drunk drivers.

Additionally, high crimes often happen around 5.05% per a thousand people.

3. South Carolina 

According to reports, South Carolina is ranked the 3rd most dangerous state in the US. This state has a population of about 5,118,425.

There have been numerous reports on property crimes. In the year 2020, about 22,000 robbery cases were recorded in South Carolina. Out of 1,000 people, in the year 2020, about 549 were murdered in South Carolina.

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2. Missouri 

To talk about a severe rate of murder and crimes, Missouri will be the field of talking. Missouri has a high rate of murder compared to Michigan, South Dakota, and South Carolina.

In the year 2020, about 723 murders were recorded. A city like St. Louis in Missouri was the main focal point for robbery, murder, assaults, and violence.

Also, St. Louis had the highest crime rate ever, with a whooping rate of 234%.

1. Louisiana 

The top most dangerous state in the US is Louisiana. A city like New Orleans in Louisiana recorded a jaw dropping crime rate of 150%.

There are more cities in Louisiana that tops the chart for violence and crimes. Burglary rose to about 30% in 2021 in Louisiana. All these rates are above the national average of crime rates.

Also, immigrants or foreing nationals in moving to and already in the US are to note that crime rates and crimes in the US states vary. Every state in the US has its own crime.

However, these are the top 5 most dangerous states in the US.

READ ALSO: Top 5 Most Peaceful States In The United States of America

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