Safety is often one of the first considerations when deciding on a place to reside or visit in the United States. Although no location is completely without risk, rates of violent crimes can give a general idea of how a location ranks compared to others throughout the United States. This includes crimes such as murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, and they are usually expressed per 100,000 residents.
The patterns of population density and concentrations, along with community structure, appear to play a part in how these numbers are represented, especially when considering smaller communities and lower congestion levels. However, each location has its own unique local conditions, and averages can only tell part of the overall picture.
