Iceland remains the most peaceful country in 2022, a position it has held since 2008. It is joined at the top of the index by New Zealand, Ireland, Denmark and Austria. For the fifth consecutive year, Afghanistan is the least peaceful country, followed by Yemen, Syria, Russia and South Sudan.
Afghanistan and Venezuela are last, rated least peaceful in the “Societal Safety and Security” category. “Venezuela continues to record the highest possible scores in homicide rate, violent crime and political terror,” the index reports.
The following 10 countries are viewed as the safest, according to U.S. News. The United States failed to make the list, coming in at No. 47 after placing 38th in 2021.
Rates vary broadly between states. For example, Maine saw the lowest rate of volent crime in the FBI' data (109 per 100,000 people in 2020) while Alaska saw the highest (838 per 100,000). Massachusetts saw the lowest rate of property crime (1,053 per 100,000) while Louisiana saw the highest (2,884 per 100,000.)
Maine, which has an overall state ranking of 28, saw the lowest rate of violent crime in the FBI's data, at 109 per 100,000 in 2020, while Alaska posted the highest at 838 per 100,000.
Frisco, Texas
Frisco, Texas, part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex has been ranked the number 1 safest city to live in the U.S. It boasts the fourth-lowest violent crime rate and the sixth-lowest property crime rate.
12 Safest Countries in The World: 2023 Edition
Iceland takes the GPI crown for the safest country in the world, followed by New Zealand, Ireland, Denmark, and Austria in the top five.
When evaluated by 2022 GPI, the top three safest countries in North America are Canada, Costa Rica, and Panama.
In 2017, Luxembourg ranked first for Human Rights Protection, followed by Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, and Palau. According to the source, the score indicates the degree to which governments protect and respect human rights. The values range from −3.8 to 5.4.
The cleanest country in the world is Denmark as per the Environmental Performance Index (EPI).
United States. The United States of America is a North American nation that is the world's most dominant economic and military power.
In 2021, Canada ranked as the 4th safest country in the world by U.S. News. Canada's high position on the index sits alongside Switzerland, Denmark, and Norway. Canada's ranking is 14 spots before the United Kingdom, and 34 spots ahead of the United States.
1. Copenhagen. One of the main reasons for Copenhagen's high safety ranking is its low crime rate. It's a city with a first-class police force that is technically well-trained and equipped.
Currently, some of the most dangerous countries in the world according to the GPI include Afghanistan, Yemen, Syria, and Somalia, all of which are facing ongoing conflicts and high levels of violence.
Memphis, Tennessee
The most dangerous city in America is Memphis, Tennessee. With a population of 628,127, Memphis has a crime rate that is 237% higher than the national average. Memphis has 7,913 crimes per 100,000 people, with an exceptionally high violent crime rate.
New Hampshire stands out as the safest state in America, with only 20 homicides recorded in the state. This makes it one of the most secure and peaceful places to live in the country. New Hampshire has a relatively low crime rate, with a lower number of property crimes and violent crimes per capita than most states.
Florida ranks high on the list of the safest states in the US. According to Real Estate US News, many cities in the state are listed in the top 25 safest places to live in 2021-2022. So if you're looking for a safe place to live, Florida is a great option!
1. Haiti. The poorest country in North America, Haiti is experiencing rapid population growth, which is outpacing the country's ability to provide for its current population.