With a population of nearly 330 million America is often said to be and is the most powerful country in the entire world. Powerful yes, safest, well that can’t be said to the whole of America. With crime rates in some cities shooting through the roof, everyone wants to live and work in a city that is peaceful and safe. Even the most sophisticated and advanced home security systems fail, if the crime rate in your city is way high. So which are the safest of all top 10 cities in US. The data is taken from the crime report of FBI (FBI’s uniform crime report-Sept 2018). Let’s have a look:
1. Cary, NC:
With a population of 166,987 the city if Cary tops the list in the safest city in US. The figures are rather amazing. The violent crimes per 100k populace is mere 64, isn’t that something. The property crimes per 100k populace is 1074. This city is the prime example which shows why America is great. You would be way too safe in Cary than being in Memphis (TN) or St. Louis (MO) which top the list of most unsafe places to live in US. Where you would be in threat of experiencing a violent crime 1:30 ratio compared to 1:1561 chance in Cary.
2. Irvine (CA):
Irvine has a population of about 277,000 and is the second safest city in America. It has 61 violent crimes against 100k which is number one across US. The property crimes are 1,316 against a populace of 100k. A really great place to settle down. Really safe for children and elderly alike. You even don’t need to place a home security camera at your house.
3. Naperville, IL:
With a residential population of 148,000 this is a dream town to live. Naperville resident are safe with a violent crime rate of 91 to 100k. And a property crime rate of 1,159 to 100k population. This is indeed a safe and secure place to have your house in.
4. Port St. Lucie, FL:
This city in Florida has a population of about 189,000 and is a really great place to visit and stay. The violent crime rate figures are 98 to 100k and the property crime is 1,126 against 100k people. This place has become really safe than previous year, when the crime rates were relatively higher. People and the authorities have worked really hard to bring down the crime rates.
5. Allen, TX:
Allen is a fine city in the Collin county of Texas. It has a population of 105,000 and has a decent record which it can be proud of for violent crimes at 85 against 100k and property crimes at 1,385 against 100k populace. Not only it is becoming safer but the infrastructure is also improving with new sewer lines, improved fire station and ever expanding roads. A good place to have your house in.
6. Gilbert, AZ:
A great town of Maricopa County, Arizona Gilbert is indeed a great place to live. It was once called the Hay shipping capital of the world. It has a population of 242,000 and is the sixth largest municipality of Arizona. The crime rates are pretty low with 85 against 100k violent crimes and property crimes sitting at 1,385 per 100k. The people are trying hard to keep their city safe, reducing breaking in. Installing home security devices is one of their tactics.
7. Murrieta, CA:
Murrieta is a south western riverside county town. It is one of the fastest growing city in the state of California. It has a population of 113,000 and is among the best cities to live in US. It has a crime rate of 70 against 100k in violent crimes and 1,400 against 100k in property crimes. It is loved for its vineyards and amazing scenery. Again a really great city to settle in.
So this is the list of top 7 safest cities to live in US. You are lucky if you and your family happens to be residing in one of these cities. If not then either shift to these cities as soon and possible or protect your house with best in class home security systems. Or better try to make your city the safest in US. Try and you would succeed. Together we can make our neighborhood, our city, our county and our country a better and safer place to live, the best gift to your future generations.
