America's Safest vs Most Dangerous States: 2025 Crime Data Mapped

Is your state one of America's safest—or should you be worried? This animated map reveals the top 10 safest and most dangerous states from the 2025 public safety rankings, and the patterns might surprise you. Using the latest U.S. News & World Report data (https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/rankings/crime-and-corrections/public-safety), I've created an animated visualization highlighting the extreme ends of America's safety spectrum. New England absolutely dominates the safest states list, while several Southern and Southwestern states face ongoing challenges. But here's the twist: the data doesn't always match how safe we actually feel in our communities. Read more: https://vividmaps.com/safest-and-most-dangerous-states/ Check out these U.S. map posters available on Amazon: - US Executive Wall Map Poster Mural (https://amzn.to/4l9HiDi) - Palace Learning Laminated USA Map (https://amzn.to/4kbEnJf) - Maps International Classic USA Wall Map (https://amzn.to/40lEqeh)