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9. Corpus Christi, TX

While visitors flock here to hang out on the Gulf Coast beaches, few people want to set up housekeeping in Corpus Christi. Job growth is stagnant, and unemployment is high. One in every 113 people is likely to become a victim of murder, assault, or rape, with the downtown area being especially dangerous. Hurricanes and other dangerous weather events are an ongoing concern for this coastal city.

  • Unemployment rate: 5.4%
  • Median household income: $57,387
  • Walk Score ranking: 40 (car dependent)

Corpus Christi downtown skyline along the banks of the Gulf of Mexico. Corpus Christi is a coastal city in the South Texas region of the U.S. state of Texas. Corpus Christi is the largest coastal city in Texas. Corpus Christi is known for its spacious beaches, waterfront beauty and great fishing DenisTangneyJr / Getty Images

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