Crime Rate per 100,000 Population by State

While alarming headlines on rising crime become prominent amidst autocratic politics, a look at the most recent actual FBI data may help sort out the claims and any confusion. 

Here are the ten worst states for crime per 100,000 population:

Lets not nitpick. Looking at the most populous states, here's how they rank:

Source:https://ucr.fbi.gov/crime-in-the-u.s/2019/crime-in-the-u.s.-2019/topic-pages/tables/table-5

Conclusions:

Today's crime knows no politics. Who knew Alaska and New Mexico had the worst crime rates in the nation? The South, with 7 out of 10 of the worst, has its full share of bad crime. 

The most populous states have higher crime rates than the national average EXCEPT FOR NY, PA, OH and GA. Beware politician claims to the contrary!

Why this matters?  While a markets blog, good government and accurate PERCEPTIONS, are essential to proper functioning of the markets. With the rise of autocratic politicians (read Florida and Texas) we all can use a good dose of factual understanding. 

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