Top 10 Safest Cities In America
America is a very large nation and home to a wide variety of cities. Each city has its own identity and characteristics and they also have their own pros and cons. One thing that a lot of people look for when choosing a place to live is how safe it is to live there.
It is fair to say that many American cities are not as safe as they should be, but there are still plenty of others that are very safe indeed. If safety is one of your main priorities when choosing a new home, here are some of the safest cities in the nation.
1. Sunnyvale, California
Sunnyvale is a city that has definitely earned its name. Located in The Golden State, California, visitors and residents will find that there is no shortage of sun for most of the year. Another advantage of living here is that Sunnyvale is one of the safest cities in the United States. Sunnyvale is home to the headquarters of several tech giants such as Apple, Google and Linkedin, and it is also the birth place of the co-founder if Apple Inc.: Steve Jobs. Part of the city’s high safety scores are down to the Department of Public Safety, officers of which are able to respond to all emergencies.
2. Fort Collins, Colorado
Fort Collins had a population of approximately 161,000 people in 2016. It is known as a college city and the Colorado State University is found here. Although it was originally established as a military outpost, the town is now more tranquil and picturesque. It is also considered to be one of the safest cities of all the American states.
Fort Collins has quite a laid-back atmosphere and is home to numerous trails and parks for people that just love to be in the great outdoors. For those that like beer, the city is also known for its craft breweries; a real bonus for beer lover.
3. Orange, California
Despise its population of around 140,000, Orange, California, still has the charms of a small town. One thing that the residents like most about the city is that they get to enjoy pleasant weather all year round thanks to its temperate climate. Another advantage of living here is the city’s proximity to Los Angeles, which is only 35 miles away.
This means that residents living here get to have the best of both worlds; access to big city facilities while living in a small-town atmosphere. With its low crime rate, the city is also among the safest of all in America.
4. Torrance, South Bay
Another California city, Torrance, is a coastal city with a population of approximately 147,000 people. Residents here get to make the most of the laid-back beach life way of living. It also has a small town feel to it and a wonderful community feel that really helps residents and visitors to feel at home.
Torrance is considered somewhat of a hidden gem and manages to retain its community feel despite also being a destination for tourists from far and wide. It is also currently ranked as one of the safest of places to live out of all the cities in the United States.
5. Glendale, California
Glendale was estimated to have a population of approximately 201,300 people in 2018 and is only eight miles from Los Angeles City. The city is known, among other things, for its annual cruise night in which hundreds of classic cars take to the street, an event that attracts approximately 55,000 visitors every year.
Another thing that residents like about the city is that there are restaurants and stores located throughout the city, making it convenient for people living there. In addition, another thing that attracts people to the city of Glendale is that it is among the safest of cities in the country.
6. Port Saint Lucie, Florida
Port Saint Lucie in Florida has a population of approximately 200,000 people. If you visit here then you might get a glimpse of the peacocks that roam the town. It is thought that they are descendants from a flock once owned by Frances Langford, a Hollywood actress who was active from the 1930s to the 1960s.
Another claim to fame is that the city hosts the annual spring training camp for the New York Mets. The city is located some 125 miles from Orlando and 114 miles from Miami. Port Saint Lucie is a beautiful place to live, partly because the city ranks very highly where safety is concerned.
7. Thousand Oaks, California
Thousand Oaks in California has a population of approximately 128,000 people and is so named for the high number of Oak trees found growing in the city. It is a haven for people that love natural areas because there are more than 15,000 acres of parks within the city’s borders.
In addition to the city’s natural beauty, it also has an active music and art scene and its reputation as a cultural center often attracts performers from around the globe. The city’s idyllic setting is also matched by its low crime rate which is among the lowest of all cities in the country.
8. Round Rock, Texas
Round Rock in Texas has a population of around 107,000 people. Round Rock boasts a historical claim in that it is thought to have been populated by people as long ago as 9,200 BCE. It is also home to the headquarters of the computing giant, Dell. In 2009, Round Rock was rated as the 2nd fastest growing city in the country.
In 2008, the city was named 7th in the list of small American cities to live in. Although Round Rock is a city in its own right, it is considered by many to be a super suburb of nearby Austin. Despite a recent surge in population, the city has managed to remain a safe place to live and work.
9. Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor in Michigan has a population of around 114,000 people. The University of Michigan makes its home here, and the university is the city’s largest employer. As such, the city has a reputation for a population that is well educated and also liberal leaning.
With low employment levels and high education levels, Ann Arbor also boasts a low crime rate. The city also has an active arts scene with a number of museums dedicated to history and/or the arts. Thanks largely to the healthy economy of Ann Arbor, it is one of the safest cities in the United States.
10. Naperville, Illinois
Naperville in Illinois has a population estimated to be around 142,000 people. In 2010, a study was carried out which placed Naperville as the wealthiest city in the United States. The city also boasts a number of other impressive accolades such as being the best city for retirement in 2013, one of the most educated cities in America, the second-best place to live in America in 2006, and one of the safest cities in the United States.
In addition to being safe, the city is also a beautiful place to live with a historic Riverwalk, 130 parks, and many beautiful residential suburbs.
