10 Most Dangerous States To Live in America

6. Missouri

• Population: 6,168,187
• Violent crimes (per 100,000 people):  543
• Homicides: 723

Missouri is home to several big cities, which adds to this place’s ranking as the 6th most dangerous state in the US. Its population of more than 6 million people had a violent crime rate of 543 per 100,000 citizens and saw 723 homicides in 2020. This reflects an increase of 9.6% over the previous year — a quite significant one.

Of the biggest cities, Springfield ranks as the most dangerous. It recorded the second most property crimes and the second most violent crimes of all cities in Missouri. St. Louis has the most murders and about 6,000 violent crimes in the state. Kansas City’s residents have some bad luck too: there’s a 1 in 69 chance of falling victim to violent crime.

Keep reading to discover the most dangerous states to live in America!