17 New Orleans, Louisiana
It may be one of the top travel destinations in the world, but it's also one of the most dangerous cities in America. The state of Louisiana ranks at the bottom of the list of safe states, landing in 49th place. Each year, there is an average of 4,500 violent crimes in New Orleans alone, and the city's total crime rate is 160% higher than the national rate. In 2019, police investigated 121 murders within the city limits, and 359 individuals reported a rape. Driving can be treacherous as well. More than 8300 people were injured in car crashes in 2020 in the New Orleans area.
