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Statistics About The Most Dangerous Cities In Mexico

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

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In this post, we explore the most dangerous cities in Mexico based on the latest statistics available. From high homicide rates to pervasive feelings of insecurity among residents, these figures paint a concerning picture of safety and crime levels in various regions of the country. Let’s delve into the data and uncover the stark realities faced by individuals living in these cities.

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"Tijuana, Mexico is the most dangerous city in the world with 134 homicides per 100,000 residents."

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"Ciudad Juarez is the second most dangerous city in Mexico with 104.54 homicides per 100,000 people."

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"One of the 5 most dangerous cities in Mexico is Uruapan in which most violent incidents are drug-related."

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"In 2019, 79% of the residents in Culiacan felt unsafe living in their city."

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"Irapuato's security risk level in 2021 is 158.96%, which is very high."

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"In 2021, 60.6 homicides were committed per 100,000 inhabitants in Morelia."

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"In 2019, more than half of the population of Reynosa reported that they’d been victims of crime."

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"Ciudad Obregon, a city of 382,798 people, ranks the ninth most dangerous city in Mexico."

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"In 2020, Cancun recorded a homicide rate of 63.3 per 100,000 residents."

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"According to a survey in 2021, Acapulco is among the cities with the highest perception of insecurity, with 93.3%."

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"According to data in 2021, 80.2% of the population in San Luis Potosí feels insecure."

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"In 2020, Guadalajara had an intentional homicide index of 47 per 100,000 inhabitants."

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"As of 2021, approximately 65% of the population feels unsafe in the City of Mexico."

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"The city of Nuevo Laredo has a crime index of 82.90 (very high) as of 2020."

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"In 2019, Culiacan, one of the most violent cities in Mexico, recorded a homicide rate of 57.02 per 100,000 inhabitants."

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"In 2020, there were 681 homicides in Ciudad Victoria, making it one of Mexico's most dangerous cities."

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"As of 2020, Torreon, with a rate of 38.77 per 100,000 inhabitants, is in the top high rate of homicides in Mexico."

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"Puebla had one of the highest auto theft rates in Mexico in 2018, with 115.7 thefts reported per day."

The statistics presented paint a stark picture of the safety challenges facing various cities in Mexico. Tijuana and Ciudad Juarez stand out as the most dangerous cities, with alarmingly high homicide rates. Drug-related violence remains a significant issue in several cities, highlighting the complex interplay between crime and illicit activities. The widespread feelings of insecurity reported by residents in numerous cities underscore the pervasive impact of crime on daily life. Concerted efforts are needed at the local and national levels to address these pressing security concerns and improve the safety and well-being of the population in these high-risk areas.