This Chart Shows the Safest States in the United States, and Not Just in Terms of Crime.
If you’re transitioning to a new state , safety is likely to be on your priority list. This chart from WalletHub shows which states are considered the safest, taking into account not only crime rates but factors such as road accidents, natural disasters, and work-related injuries.
Of course, not all factors affect everyone. If you work in a cab, your state’s high occupational injury rate probably won’t keep you awake at night. However, many other factors are universal. No matter what career you’re in, a natural disaster can destroy your home. WalletHub aggregates the ratings into an overall safety rating, but you can also see where each state is in separate categories, like
The Safest States to Live in 2015 | WalletHub