Overview
- The 10 least safe cities named were Memphis, Richmond, Little Rock, Oakland, Salt Lake City, Albuquerque, St. Louis, Detroit, Cleveland, and San Bernardino.
- Yonkers was the only city to earn an A+ grade, followed by Naperville, New York City, Gilbert, and Frisco in the top five.
- Salt Lake City ranked fifth least safe, with higher property and violent crime, more registered sex offenders, and more pedestrian fatalities than top-ranked Yonkers.
- Cleveland placed ninth least safe in the 161-city review, reflecting combined risks from violent and property crime and pedestrian hazards.
- Authorities advise carrying lights, sticking to sidewalks and crosswalks, ensuring adult supervision, and avoiding unverified or homemade treats.