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We watch safety trends and crime patterns to help you live your safest life at home and in your community. Learn more about how safe Americans feel in our State of Safety report.

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06/01/2023

What Amazon’s FTC Settlement Means if You Love Ring and Alexa

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05/31/2023

Automakers Plan to Remove AM Radio Leading to Safety Concerns

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Online Scams to Watch For in 2023

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Current crime trends and analysis

Get the story behind the stats. Our safety experts take a deep dive into current events and other topics that impact crime trends across the US.

The safest cities in America

Think you know the safest places to live in the country? Read our report to see which cities report the lowest crime rates across the U.S.

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The safest city in every state

Think you know the safest places to live in your state? Read our report to see which city reports the lowest crime rate in every state.

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Why we do these reports

Crime trends and statistics help us start the conversation about what each of us can do to build safer communities. Our rankings highlight cities with low or high crime rates and ignite discussion and action around how to make all cities and communities safer. Learn more in our full methodology.

Safest cities by state

Check out the top safest cities in each state. Click on the state or select it from the drop down below.

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See our most sought-after reports. These rankings are featured on major news outlets and publications across the US.

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Rebecca Edwards

12/18/2022

Worst Metro Cities for Package Theft for 2022

The 10 Safest Big Cities in the US

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The 10 Most Dangerous Cities in the US

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Trevor Wheelwright

04/28/2022

The 50 Safest Cities to Raise a Family in 2022

SafeWise is proud to help you find the safest cities to raise kids. Here are...

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08/15/2022

The 50 Safest College Towns in America for 2022

SafeWise looked at crime rates to see which college towns report the fewest crimes. See...

SafeWise 100 Safest Small Towns in 2020

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Rebecca Edwards

10/06/2021

100 Safest Small Towns in America 2021

Most of the safest small towns are in the northeastern US. Find out which ones...

Safety stats

Crime isn’t the only threat to our safety. We’ve got reports on safety hazards like car crashes and accidental poisoning—and tips to avoid them.

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Rebecca Edwards

03/27/2023

8 Surprising Home Burglary Facts and Stats

We've rounded up the most-surprising home burglary facts and statistics so you can take essential...

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Rebecca Edwards

05/04/2023

What Are the Child Safety Seat Laws in Each State?

All 50 states and the District of Columbia have laws governing the use of child...

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Rebecca Edwards

05/01/2023

Home Safety and Security Stats and Facts

Find out how many house fires happen, how often a burglar strikes, and other safety...

Recent reports

Check out our newest reports, analysis, and solutions to help protect your home and loved ones from the latest crime and safety trends.

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Rebecca Edwards

06/02/2023

The State of Safety in America 2023

Find out how safety concerns, perceptions, and realities vary from state to state. See which...

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05/23/2023

Safest and Most Dangerous States for Drivers

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Rebecca Edwards

05/01/2023

7 Cities with the Best Air Quality in the U.S.

If you’re looking to breath in cleaner air, consider one of these cities, which rank...

Resources

We don’t share crime stats and safety reports without giving you the tools, tips, and resources you need to steer clear of catastrophe. Use our expert advice to help make your home and community safer—even if your city didn’t land where you wanted it to on our lists.

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Is Your Neighborhood Safe? 7 Tools to Help You Find Out

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Staying Safe in Your Neighborhood

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10 Factors to Consider When Determining the Safety of Your Neighborhood

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What To Do When a Burglary Occurs in Your Neighborhood

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04/05/2022

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