Established as a Spanish colony in 1706, Albuquerque boasts rich culture and history, yet faces challenges due to a violent crime rate of 1,369.14 felonies per 100,000 people.
Despite its small population, Stockton grapples with a high crime rate of 1,414.56 violent crimes per 100,000 people, stemming from economic struggles following a bankruptcy in 2012.
Known for its industrial prowess and improving healthcare, Cleveland faces a violent crime rate of 1,556.76 per 100,000 people, exacerbated by increasing poverty rates and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Once a hub of ethnic diversity and renowned for its beer and cheese, Milwaukee contends with a violent crime rate of 1,597.36 per 100,000 people, prompting efforts to revitalize the city.
Famous for barbecue and Jazz, Kansas City grapples with a violent crime rate of 1,724.31 felonies per 100,000 people, prompting city-wide strategies to combat rising crime and poverty.
Despite its musical heritage, Memphis faces a violent crime rate of 63 homicides per 100,000 residents, attributed to high poverty levels and reduced police funding.
A major port city, Baltimore struggles with a violent crime rate of 2,027.01 per 100,000 people, but recent initiatives show promise in reducing crime and improving public safety.
Once a thriving industrial center, Detroit grapples with a violent crime rate of 2,056.67 per 100,000 people, but signs of recovery emerge with increasing wages and falling crime rates.
With a violent crime rate of 2,082.29 per 100,000 people, St. Louis faces significant challenges including poverty and racial segregation, but efforts such as advanced camera technologies aim to mitigate crime rates.