In 2022, around 2,420.86 violent crimes per 100,000 residents were reported in Memphis, Tennessee. This made Memphis the most dangerous city in the United States. Four categories of violent crimes were used: murder and non-negligent manslaughter; forcible rape; robbery; and aggravated assault. Only cities with a population of at least 200,000 were considered.
Leading cities with the largest number of violent crimes per 100,000 residents in the United States in 2022
Four categories of violent crimes were used: murder and non-negligent manslaughter; forcible rape; robbery; and aggravated assault.
Only cities with a population of at least 200,000 were considered.
Rates calculated by Statista.
Due to the FBI's transition to a new crime reporting system, only 15,726 of 18,888 participating law enforcement agencies submitted crime data to the FBI for 2022. As a result, figures may not accurately reflect the total number of crimes.
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