We're sure you already know just how great living in New Hampshire is, but it's always nice to receive a new compliment. You might have heard that Politico has ranked New Hampshire the strongest state in the country many times, and most recently, the state earned the spotlight once again, in U.S. News and World Report's 10 Safest States in the U.S. list. The Granite State ranked second on this prestigious list, reiterating what we already know: that not only is New Hampshire one of the safest states in the U.S., but it's also one of the best places to live in the U.S.!
Politico has long ranked New Hampshire the strongest state in the U.S. in their annual reports, which factor an exhaustive comparison of data from 14 different sources. They take into account health, education, and financial security, among other factors.
Now, New Hampshire can say it's not only the strongest, but also one of the safest states in America, according to U.S. News and World Report.
In the outlet's most recent list, New Hampshire snagged the #2 spot in terms of the safest states in the U.S. The media outlet cited New Hampshire's low property and violent crime rates.
You're probably not surprised that New England dominated the list, but New Hampshire stood out in a few categories even over its neighbors.
It's good to know that New Hampshire earned high marks when it came to financial security and workplace safety, too. The study also noted a relatively low threat of natural disaster and one of the lowest rates of assaults in the country.
Will all of these accolades mean an increase in the number of folks moving to New Hampshire? After all, one of the most important things is being able to feel safe in the place you call home. If you aren't a local and all this buzz has made you consider relocating to the Granite State, check out our list of the 10 Safest Cities In New Hampshire.
The most dangerous places in New Hampshire are still pretty safe. After all, New Hampshire has a crime rate that is about half the national average. However, that doesn’t mean the Granite State is without crime and that there aren’t dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire. The real estate site, Motovo, compiled census and FBI data to determine the ten most dangerous towns in New Hampshire. Check them out below.
With 431 property crimes and 22 violent crimes, Hooksett is the 10th most dangerous town in New Hampshire. However, there is an upside. It's home to one of the best bakeries in New Hampshire.
Not just one of the most historic towns in New Hampshire, Concord is the state's capital. Sadly, residents have a 1 in 31 chance of being a victim of a crime while in Concord.
Lebanon had the 4th highest number of violent crimes in New Hampshire, although none were murders. Despite being ranked one of the most dangerous cities in New Hampshire, Lebanon has been dubbed one of the best small towns in America.
A relatively high number of violent crimes (including a murder) among a small population put Claremont on the high-crime list. However, if you do find yourself in Claremont, pay a visit to the Imperial Buffet, one of the best buffets in New Hampshire.
In this charming mountain town, residents have a 1 in 21 chance of being a victim of crime. Of course, small year-round population may have something to do with these statistic. Even if
This lakeside town ranked high in property crimes, violent crimes, and total crimes. Don't avoid Laconia altogether, though. It's where you'll find one of the best and lesser-known state parks in New Hampshire.
In Somersworth, residents have a 1 in 19 chance of becoming victims of a crime. Those willing to risk a visit to the town won't be disappointed, though, as Somersworth is home to one of the best pubs in New Hampshire.
So, where does your town rank? Did you know these were the most dangerous places in New Hampshire? Were you surprised by these rankings? What other state spots are among the dangerous places to avoid in New Hampshire? Tell us!
Now that we’ve examined the most dangerous cities in New Hampshire, let’s switch gears, and take a look at the safest cities in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire is a lovely place to live and spend time. In fact, it might just be the best place in America! But, the reality is that things can't be mountain tops and rainbows all the time. Just like all states, we have our flaws. While we like to think we're crime-free and happy, there are some places in the Granite State that are working to get themselves back on top. According to the latest figures, these are the most dangerous cities in New Hampshire. As with all lists like this, remember that it's meant to be simply entertainment. There are a lot of great things about the places on this list and any place can be considered dangerous if you're not careful.
Not to be confused with the city in New York, Rochester comes in as the #1 most dangerous city in New Hampshire. Of the nearly Nearly 31,000 residents 11% are living at the poverty level. It also happens to come in as the #3 cheapest place to live in the state. The town has actually risen in the ranks, coming in at #2.
This is another town that's risen in the rankings, this time from 4 in 2019 to 2 in 2020. Violent crimes per 100,000 were 593, making it the most 1st most dangerous by this measure. This is also not uncommon for the largest city in a state.
Residents here have a 1 in 416 change of being the victim of a violent crime. This is part of what makes it #3 on this list. However, as with all of these places, Laconia is a great place to visit offering bars and restaurants to people who love having fun.
If you're looking for a nice outdoor adventure, though, take a look at Ahern State Park, which is found in Laconia.
This tiny town right on the Maine border also has the smallest area of any town in the state. Statistics show that there were 319 property crimes in 2018, which translates to about a 1 in 37.4 chance of being a theft victim. As with all of these towns, just because the crime rate technically puts it on the list of the most dangerous cities in New Hampshire, Somersworth is home to people who absolutely love it.
There are many places to go in Somersworth that are absolutely worth the trip. Check out Kelley's Row for a fun time.
This larger town has seen a fairly significant increase in crime over the last year. There are still a number of worthy restaurants and things to do here, so give it a try.
Find out more about the historic town of Concord, New Hampshire. Take a driving tour through Concord:
Both violent crime and property crime went up in Keen during the period of time between 2017 and 2018. Today it has the 5th highest rate of property crime in the state.
Keene, New Hampshire has gotten a lot of attention for good reasons, too, though. Oprah Winfrey even called it one of the best towns in New Hampshire!
The good news is that violent crime has decreased in Hillsborough, but unfortunately, property crime has risen. You have a 1 in 77 chance of being the victim of this type of crime here.
One of the most popular towns in the state, Conway also happens to be one of the largest. Conway has seen a large increase in violent crime over the last few years.
This town features a lot of attractions that make it a great spot for a family getaway, though. Check out all the places you can go in North Conway, New Hampshire.
Just a few years ago, Seabrook wouldn't have been part of a conversation about dangerous towns in New Hampshire, but today it's in the top ten. This is due to an increase in crime during the 2017 to 2018 time period.
Now that we've covered what some believe to be the most dangerous cities in New Hampshire, how about visiting the most beautiful, charming small towns in New Hampshire? And just to prove that just about anywhere can be dangerous, did you know that Mount Washington is considered one the most dangerous hikes in all of America?
