Here Are The 10 Most Dangerous Places In North Carolina

While we've covered the safest places in North Carolina...what about the places you might want to think twice about before calling home? While each coin has two sides...and most of these places aren't all "that bad," according to FBI crime data you might want to use caution in the following ten places. Curious? Check out the ten most dangerous places in North Carolina below. You'll learn why Lumberton NC is so dangerous (statistically speaking) as well as other unsuspecting towns such as Rocky Mount, NC.

1. Lumberton

Have you ever wondered, "Why is Lumberton NC so dangerous"? While Lumberton has quaint, quiet streets and nice shopping...according to the FBI Crime Report your chance of being victim to property crime here is 1 in 16. Lumberton has also made a top 20 list of the most violent cities in America.

2. Kinston

You might have passed through Kinston, NC on your way to the beach. While this quiet town is home to some killer 'joints' and restaurants....it also has a history of violence. In Kinston your chance of being victim to property crime is 1 in 13, bringing it to number two on this list of the most dangerous places to live in North Carolina.

3. Henderson

While this tiny city near the VA border is working tirelessly to improve its crime rankings..some criminals cannot be stopped. Formally number two on most FBI crime lists, Henderson is still home to staggering property crimes. Your chance of being a victim to property crime here is 1 in 10.

4. Laurinburg

While this small town on the South Carolina border has gone down in its property crimes...violent crimes have gone up. Your chance of being a victim to property crime in Laurinburg is 1 in 16.

5. Statesville

While I went to college with several friends from Statesville...and have found it both charming and quaint, sometimes you just can't argue with statistics. Statesville ties with Laurinburg as one of the most dangerous places to live in North Carolina. You have a 1 in 139 chance of falling victim to a violent crime like rape, murder, or assault in Statesville. I say...just keep pepper spray handy!

6. Goldsboro

Sometimes the police have too little time on their hands in the charming southern town of Goldsboro, NC. Your chance of falling victim is 1 in 17.

7. Rocky Mount

With a steady decline in population, Rocky Mount is back on several lists as a most dangerous city. For a few years, things were really looking up...but with a lower population statistics remain high. Your chance of falling victim to a violent crime like murder, rape, or assault is 1 in 95...which is somewhat scary.

8. Smithfield

This tiny town outside of Raleigh has seen steady improvements on its crime rates over the past few years. Yet, the fact that your chance of falling victim to property crime is 1 in 18 keeps Smithfield on several "most dangerous" lists.

9. Salisbury

While the home of Cheerwine is a lovely place, the increase in both violent and property crimes keeps this famed soft drink city on the top ten list. In Salisbury you have a 1 in 128 chance of falling victim to a violent crime like rape, murder, or assault. These violent crimes certainly make it one of the most dangerous places to live in North Carolina.

10. Burlington

While Burlington is the place to go if you're looking for a delicious bite to eat (it has more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in NC) the property crime rate keeps Burlington clinging on at number ten. Your chance of falling victim to property crime here is 1 in 20.

If you find your beloved hometown on this list, it's important to remember that this is not a reflection of the town as a whole and sometimes these crimes are isolated to certain areas in the community. With that being said, how do you feel about this list? Tell us in the comments!