Alarming Rise in Crime Statistics in Iowa’s Most Dangerous Cities 2024. According to Southwest Journal, in 2024 Iowa is grappling with a surprising rise in crime across several cities and challenging the state’s typically tranquil Midwestern reputation. According to recent FBI reports, cities like Des Moines and Davenport are now among the most dangerous in the nation driven by high rates of violent and property crimes. Even smaller towns such as the state’s most dangerous city with just 11,000 residents are not spared from this wave of crime. Factors like job scarcity, minimal wages and the flat terrain contributing to idleness might be fueling this crisis. While Iowa isn’t in the top ten most dangerous states the alarming crime statistics reveal a pressing need for potential measures like increased police presence to ensure safety in these unexpectedly dangerous areas.