North Carolina’s 3 Most Horrific Cities To Live In

North Carolina, with its charming landscapes and vibrant communities, has long been revered for its Southern hospitality and rich cultural heritage. Yet, beneath its picturesque facade lies a stark reality for some residents who grapple with the pervasive issue of crime.

Based on the highest crime rates, we have put together a list of the 3 worst places to live in North Carolina.

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The Most Dangerous Cities in North Carolina

#3. Reidsville

According to reports, Reidsville has a crime rate of 56.71 per 1,000 residents. This means this town of 14,125 people has a crime rate 124% higher than the North Carolina average.

Most of the crime in Reidsville is related to property crime, which sees a rate of 47.25 instances per 1,000 people. However, residents do have a 1 in 17 chance of becoming the victim of a violent crime - in 2020, the town saw 6 murders and 115 assaults.

#2. Albemarle

Albemarle is nearly the worst for crime in the state. Located near the coast, the 16,628 people who live there see a crime rate of 6,588 per 100,000 - making this city have a crime rate 149% higher than the state average.

Slightly worse than Reidsville for violent crime, Albemarle residents have a 1 in 16 chance of becoming the victim of a violent crime. Sources say the crime rate is contributed to by poverty, lack of employment, and quality of life.

This brings us to the #1 worst city for crime in North Carolina.

#1. Lumberton

Lumberton is the city with the highest rate of crime in the state of North Carolina. Located in Robeson County, the town of 19,025 sees a crime rate of 132.30 per 1,000 residents - a disproportionately high number considering the size of the town.

Reports say this town's crime rate is 435% more dangerous than the North Carolinan average. Property crime rates are 122.21, and violent crimes see a rate of 20.18 per 1,000 people back in 2021.

Sources say much of the Lumberton, North Carolina crime issue relates to drug activity in the area.

Stay safe out there, and don't put yourself in the position to become a victim.