The 10 Most Dangerous Places in California

California sells the dream: perfect weather, endless opportunity, and some of the most iconic cities in America. But not every place in the Golden State lives up to the hype. In this video, we break down the 10 most dangerous places in California, using real crime data to show where violent crime and property crime are hitting the hardest.

This list is based on violent crime rates per 100,000 residents, with property crime used for additional context. From isolated rural towns to dense urban centers, these places have something in common: crime levels that are far higher than both the national average and the California average. In some cases, the numbers are so extreme that they rival — or exceed — the worst crime rates anywhere in the country.

Along the way, we explore:
🚨 Why some high-crime areas keep growing despite serious problems
🗺️ How geography, isolation, and economic decline contribute to crime
💸 The role of poverty, drugs, and lack of opportunity
🛒 How tourism, retail hubs, and commuter traffic can inflate crime statistics
🏙️ Why certain California cities struggle far more than others

Some of these places may surprise you. Others… probably won’t. From desert rest stops and forgotten inland towns to Bay Area hotspots plagued by car break-ins and theft, this video paints a clear picture of where crime is making everyday life difficult — and sometimes dangerous.

If you’re thinking about moving to California, traveling through the state, or you’re just curious about where crime is the worst, this video is for you. It’s not meant to trash the entire state — California has plenty of great places — but these aren’t them.

As always, this video is for educational and informational purposes. Crime rates can change over time, and experiences vary depending on neighborhood and circumstance. Data is sourced from publicly available crime statistics and presented in a clear, easy-to-understand way.

If you enjoy data-driven breakdowns of cities, states, and regions across the U.S., make sure to like, subscribe, and share. New videos drop regularly, covering everything from crime and cost of living to history, decline, and what life is really like in different parts of America.


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