11 Safest Places to Live in the U.S.

7) Shoreview, Minnesota

This small city has a real sense of community, which is maybe why their safety record is so shiny. Shoreview’s violent crime rate is forty-six times lower than the national average. The city’s property crime rate is 14 times lower than the national average. Combined, these statistics make Shoreview 96% safer than any other city in the country. The overall crime rate is actually decreasing. Unfortunately, living in this extremely safe environment comes with a high cost of living. Housing, health care, groceries, goods and services costs are all above the national average. To those who can afford it, this peaceful city of just 25,000 may be worth the price. Shoreview’s poverty and unemployment rates are both below the national average, perhaps contributing to its exceptionally low crime statistics. In the summer, residents enjoy outdoor concerts in the park, farmer’s markets, and community events.