Have you noticed how we casually toss out “Be safe” every day? If someone’s off to work, school, or just running errands, it’s like a reflex. I guess it makes sense—safety feels precious now more than ever.
There’s no shame in being cautious. “Better safe than sorry” didn’t become a cliché for nothing! From natural disasters to health scares and even things like violent attacks or traffic accidents, the threats to safety in the U.S. are endless. Financial risks like inflation, identity theft, or skipping health insurance are just as real. Have you ever wondered which places in America are the safest?
We all do our best to stay out of harm’s way, but sometimes, a little extra planning goes a long way to help you find peace of mind. These U.S. cities ranked at the top for safety, according to a new report. Did your city make the cut?
South Burlington, Vermont
Does a smaller city always mean a safer city? Well, in South Burlington, it does! It’s the safest town in America out of 180 cities. South Burlington has your money protected with the nation’s lowest unemployment rate at 1.9%, the second-lowest share of underwater mortgages, and the third-fewest bankruptcies per capita over the past year. No stress of unpaid bills, losing property, or homelessness.
It’s unlikely you’ll face major natural disasters like floods, tornadoes, or wildfires. Plus, it has one of the lowest pedestrian fatality rates and plenty of EMTs and paramedics on hand.
Casper, Wyoming
Casper is the kind of city where you can feel safe walking alone, day or night. Some residents even keep their doors unlocked at all times! Besides the North Platte River and Casper Mountain, the city boasts one of the lowest pedestrian fatality rates and the 32nd-lowest aggravated assault rate. The unemployment rate is below the national average, and residents are protected from fraud with the fewest identity theft and second-fewest fraud complaints per capita…