Key Takeaways
- Vermont ranks as the safest state in America, scoring highly across financial, road, and emergency preparedness metrics.
- Northeastern states dominate the top of the rankings, while many Southern states rank near the bottom.
Safety is shaped by far more than just crime rates. It reflects how well states protect residents financially, prepare for emergencies, maintain road safety, and enforce workplace standards. Taken together, these factors offer a broader picture of day-to-day risk across the U.S.
This map ranks all 50 states by overall safety, combining 52 indicators into a single composite score.
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