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These Are The Top 10 Worst Places to Live in Texas
Are you thinking about moving? Whether you already live in Texas, or you're moving here from another state, you want to know about the best place to live.
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It's also a good idea to know about areas you would NOT want to call home.
Crime is a real problem in parts of Texas. The US Census Bureau estimates that the state of Texas is growing at a rate of 1,000 people per day, and more people means more crime.
The Most Dangerous Places to Live in Texas
The most dangerous places in Texas are usually areas or neighborhoods located inside larger cities. These areas have residents that are dealing with low paying jobs, high unemployment, and a lack of quality housing, resulting in poor living conditions with high crime.
In 2021, onlyinyourstate.com listed these areas as the nine most dangerous places in Texas after dark:
- Corpus Christi - #9
- Victoria - #8
- Texarkana - #7
- Beaumont - #6
- Houston - #5
- Amarillo - #4
- Lubbock - #3
- Odessa - #2
- Bexar County - #1
These particular rankings were based on the amount of crimes per resident, including sexual assaults, robberies, and homicides.
The Worst Places to Live in Texas
Dangerous, crime-ridden areas are typically the last on our list of dream places to live. You want to feel safe, especially when you're at home, but short of building a moat and living in a fortified castle, there will be risks involved no matter where you go.
According to moneyinc.com, the top 10 worst places to live in Texas include some cities that may surprise you.
The Top 10 Worst Places to Live in Texas
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