In the past, we covered the safest cities in Texas, so it only seems right that we should talk about the most dangerous cities in Texas. We have so many quiet, peaceful communities in the Lone Star State; however, just like any other state, we also (sadly) have some dangerous cities in Texas where crime is much more common. Moving to a new city is a big deal, and the crime rate often plays a significant factor in whether you will plant your roots there or not.

We consulted Home Security Shield's list of the most dangerous towns in Texas in order to give you the most accurate information possible. (We realize that many of you call these towns your home, and this list isn't meant to bash any of them. Rather, it's meant to bring factual information to everyone in Texas so that each person can make an informed decision about where to live. Without further ado, here are the most dangerous places to live in Texas, according to reported crime rates.)

1) Weslaco

Weslaco's crime rate is about 87 per 1,000 residents. Your chances of becoming a victim of a crime here are one in 12, making it one of the worst places to live in Texas.

2) Texarkana

This one might come as a surprise, but the crime rate here is 78 per 1,000 residents. This means that you have a one in 13 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Texarkana.

3) Lufkin

This one threw us for a loop as well, but according to the data, you have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Lufkin. Get a closer look at Lufkin:

4) Edinburg

With a population of just over 80,000, there are about 68 reported crimes per 1,000 residents in Edinburg.

5) San Antonio

While this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Texas, it also unfortunately has a fairly high crime rate. You have a one in 15 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in San Antonio. Get an aerial view of San Antonio:

6) Lubbock

Lubbock's crime rate is about 61 per 1,000 residents.

7) Houston

It should come as no surprise that Houston made our list. Definitely among the most dangerous cities in Texas, violent crimes occur at a rate of about 10 per 1,000 residents, and property crimes are much higher at 50 per 1,000 residents.

8) Beaumont

About 120,000 people live in Beaumont, and the overall crime rate is 59 per 1,000 residents.

9) Paris

We were shocked to see this town so high on the list, but with a population of just over 25,000, the crime rate is extremely high. You have a one in 17 chance of becoming a victim of a crime in Paris.

10) Corsicana

The population here is also just over 24,000, but despite the small size, it's one of the worst places to live in Texas, as there's a one in 17 chance you will experience a crime in Corsicana.

Do you agree with our list - are these the worst cities in Texas? What other towns are among the most dangerous cities in Texas? Which towns would you omit from this list? Share your thoughts with us in the comments!  For something more positive, check out the most picturesque towns in Texas.