The Top 30 Worst Places to Live in the United States
11. Bessemer, AL
With 26% of residents living below the poverty level, Bessemer has had struggles, including a lack of job growth. Its schools have a low 22% proficiency in reading and math, falling far behind the average proficiencies in schools around the state. Crime rates are high, and if you live here, you have a 1:38 chance of falling victim to a violent crime.
- Unemployment rate: 4.2%
- Median household income: $30,284
- Walk Score ranking: 26 (car dependent)
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