It seems like stories abound about how crime rates in the U.S. are rising and costs are going up. However, there are places that are relatively more safe than others. According to data from the Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA), violent crime fell sharply in many major cities this year, and in some instances more than 25% compared to 2024.
If crime rates in cities are going down and supposedly safer, does that mean that Americans can afford to live there?
