Bakersfield has a bad reputation for being a dangerous city. With a current crime rate of 47 per every 1,000 residents, Bakersfield is considered to have one of the highest crime rates in the United States in comparison to other cities of the same size. The violent crime rate is currently one in every 21 residents.

Is Bakersfield a dangerous city?

Survey ranks Bakersfield top 10 most deadly cities in US as homicides rise in Kern. (KBAK/KBFX) — A new national report by the security site, SafeWise, has ranked Bakersfield in the top ten most dangerous metro areas in America. Factors include high crime, theft, and how much money goes into law enforcement.

What are the bad parts of Bakersfield?

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Why is Bakersfield a bad place to live?

Bakersfield is a high crime area with the overall crime rate being 54% higher than the US average. The probability of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is 1 in 22. With a crime rate of 46 per 1000 residents, Bakersfield has one of the highest crime rates among communities in the entire country.

Is Bakersfield a cheap place to live?

Study ranks Bakersfield as nations most affordable place to live.