Top 10 States with the Highest Violent Crime Rates in 2025

10. Nevada - High rates of assault and robbery.

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9. Oklahoma - Reports consistent violent crime levels.

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8. Alabama - High rate of violent crime incidents.

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7. South Carolina - Elevated violent crime levels.

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6. Missouri - High crime rates, particularly in urban areas.

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5. Louisiana - Persistent high levels of violent crime.

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4. Arkansas - Above-average violent crime rates.

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3. Tennessee - Significant levels of violent crime reported.

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2. New Mexico - High rates of aggravated assault and violent crime.

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1. Alaska - Consistently reports the highest violent crime rates per capita.

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