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30. Baton Rouge, Louisiana -

Baton Rouge, with a population of 219,913, reported 1,598 violent crimes and 8,743 property crimes in 2023, contributing to a rate of 7.27 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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29. Aurora, Colorado -

Aurora, a city of 392,134 people, recorded 2,870 violent crimes and 11,130 property crimes in 2023, contributing to a rate of 7.32 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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28. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania -

Philadelphia, one of the largest cities in the United States with a population of 1,555,812, recorded 11,531 violent crimes and 59,544 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of approximately 7.41 violent crimes per 1,000 people.

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27. Washington, District of Columbia -

With a population of 671,803, Washington reported 671,803 violent crimes and 20,727 property crimes in 2023, yielding a rate of 7.73 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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26. Houston, Texas -

Houston, one of the largest cities in the United States with a population of 2,276,533, had 17,911 violent crimes and 73,511 property crimes in 2023, leading to a rate of 7.87 violent crimes per 1,000 inhabitants.

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25. Denver, Colorado -

Denver, with a population of 705,264, recorded 5,562 violent crimes and 31,167 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of approximately 7.89 violent crimes per 1,000 people.

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24. Toledo, Ohio -

Toledo, with a population of 266,984, reported 2,116 violent crimes and 5,196 property crimes in 2023, contributing to a rate of 7.93 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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23. Springfield, Missouri -

Springfield, with 169,822 residents, reported 1,346 violent crimes and 4,439 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of approximately 7.93 violent crimes per 1,000 individuals.

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22. Evansville, Indiana -

Evansville, home to 115,719 people, documented 943 violent crimes and 3,022 property crimes in 2023, equating to around 8.15 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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21. Metropolitan Nashville, Tennessee -

Metropolitan Nashville, with a population of 679,562, had 5,620 violent crimes and 20,247 property crimes in 2023, leading to a rate of 8.27 violent crimes per 1,000 inhabitants.

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20. Dayton, Ohio -

Dayton, with a population of 137,084, documented 1,140 violent crimes and 4,832 property crimes in 2023, contributing to an approximate rate of 8.32 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Efforts to improve community safety are ongoing.

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19. Minneapolis, Minnesota -

Minneapolis, a city of 421,690 residents, experienced 3,530 violent crimes and 16,796 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of approximately 8.37 violent crimes per 1,000 people.

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18. Rockford, Illinois -

Rockford, home to 146,710 residents, had 1,243 violent crimes and 2,880 property crimes in 2023, equating to around 8.47 violent crimes per 1,000 people. The city is actively engaged in crime prevention initiatives.

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17. Chattanooga, Tennessee -

Chattanooga, home to 182,603 people, documented 1,573 violent crimes and 6,724 property crimes in 2023, equating to around 8.61 violent crimes per 1,000 individuals.

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16. Anchorage, Alaska -

With a population of 285,821, Anchorage reported 2,469 violent crimes and 6,560 property crimes in 2023, yielding a rate of 8.64 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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15. Stockton, California -

Stockton, with a population of 323,501, recorded 2,804 violent crimes and 7,534 property crimes in 2023, leading to a rate of 8.67 violent crimes per 1,000 inhabitants. Community involvement is key to addressing these challenges.

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14. Baltimore, Maryland -

Baltimore, with a population of 570,546, reported 5,003 violent crimes and 15,838 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of approximately 8.77 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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13. Albuquerque, New Mexico -

Albuquerque, home to 560,557 people, reported 5,024 violent crimes and 16,560 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of  violent crimes per 1,000 individuals. The city is working collaboratively to address these concerns.

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12. Milwaukee, Wisconsin -

Milwaukee, a city with a population of 561,743, saw 5,083 violent crimes and 9,055 property crimes in 2023, translating to approximately 9.05 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Community-driven initiatives aim to enhance safety measures.

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11. Peoria, Illinois -

Peoria, housing 110,551 residents, recorded 1,017 violent crimes and 3,112 property crimes in 2023, leading to a rate of 9.2 violent crimes per 1,000 inhabitants. The city is focused on fostering a safer environment for its residents.

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10. Tacoma, Washington -

Tacoma, with a population of 219,027, experienced 2,110 violent crimes and 12,153 property crimes in 2023. This contributes to an approximate rate of 9.63 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. The community is actively engaged in improving safety measures.

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9. Lansing, Michigan -

Lansing, home to 112,567 people, documented 1,181 violent crimes and 2,301 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of 10.49 violent crimes per 1,000 individuals. Collaborative initiatives are in place to enhance safety.

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8. Beaumont, Texas -

In Beaumont, with a population of 110,898, there were 1,185 violent crimes and 2,730 property crimes in 2023. This adds up to a rate of 10.69 violent crimes per 1,000 inhabitants, emphasizing the need for community cooperation.

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7. St. Louis, Missouri -

With a population of 286,053, St. Louis reported 3,067 violent crimes and 13,323 property crimes in 2023, yielding a rate of 10.72 violent crimes per 1,000 residents.

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6. Pueblo, Colorado -

Pueblo, with its 112,618 residents, saw 1214 violent crimes and 4,616 property crimes in 2023. That's an approximate rate of 10.78 violent crimes per 1,000 persons. Efforts are underway to address these concerns and create a safer environment.

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5. Kansas City, Missouri -

With a population of 508,856, Kansas City reported 5,544 violent crimes and 18,766 property crimes in 2023, yielding a rate of 10.9 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Local authorities are committed to reducing these numbers.

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4. Memphis, Tennessee -

Imagine a city bustling with nearly 625,000 residents, but with a major concern: in 2023, Memphis reported 6,974 violent crimes and 23,032 property crimes. That's roughly 11.16 violent crimes per 1,000 people, highlighting the importance of community safety efforts.

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3. Cleveland, Ohio -

Cleveland, a city of 363,764 residents, had 4,420 violent crimes and 12,827 property crimes in 2023, equating to around 12.15 violent crimes per 1,000 people. Local organizations are dedicated to addressing these challenges.

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2. Little Rock, Arkansas -

Nestled in Arkansas, Little Rock is home to 201,513 residents. In 2023, it witnessed 2,705 violent crimes and 8,143 property crimes, translating to 13.42 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Local initiatives aim to make the streets safer for everyone.

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1. Detroit, Michigan -

Detroit, a city of 626,757 residents, is known for its resilience. However, it faced 9,000 violent crimes and 21,139 property crimes in 2023, resulting in a rate of 14.36 violent crimes per 1,000 individuals. This city is working hard to overcome these challenges.

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