The United States is a great country, but like every other country, it has less welcoming areas. These places are not the best when it comes to safety and can be difficult to visit. Keep reading to discover the least welcoming cities in America so you can avoid these destinations or, at the very least, be prepared for whatever happens in them.

Detroit was once a hub for the automotive industry. It had a thriving population, and many families relied on General Motors, Stellantis, and Ford Motor Company. However, these motor companies have since taken their production overseas because of cheaper labor, and the result was a depressed economy. The people of Detroit have never recovered from the financial loss, and today, the city has incredibly high crime and murder rates.

It is located on the idyllic coast of New England but nothing about Baltimore is idyllic. The city is tough and can be unkind to visitors. Due to depopulation and a lack of economic growth, Baltimore has high crime rates, high levels of drug use, assaults, and robberies. Many tourists choose to avoid the city when on a road trip in New England.

LA may be home to the rich and famous Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, but it also has its share of demerits. Traffic jams, overpriced food, and hotels, as well as the large number of homeless people on Skid Row, make visiting Los Angeles a difficult trip for many people looking to relax.

Many visit the desert in Nevada for the nightlife, gambling, and famous sold-out shows. However, the city also has its own dark secrets. Las Vegas has a tough time keeping long-term residents. Many get caught up working in hospitality and lack a sense of community. The schools also seem to be underfunded due to the lack of homes established in the area.

Miami is a tropical coastal metropolis where you can enjoy Cuban music and culture, but it also has big problems with pickpocketing and gambling. Street hustlers have become an epidemic in the city. They often roam around tourist attractions and prey on people who look like easy targets.

Anyone who’s been to New York knows that surviving in the harsh city demands a rough-and-tumble attitude. Locals avoid getting scammed by keeping an unfriendly demeanor. However, pickpockets know how to spot a tourist. Visitors are warned to keep their valuables in a safe place at all times.

Newark has often been described as a bit of a hellscape. One of the busiest airports in the world is located here, but it is underfunded and according to officials, wait times can be as much as 25% longer.

If you want to enjoy the idyllic peach crops or the Appalachian Mountains, you should probably avoid the bustling city of Atlanta. The heavy traffic in the city center makes commuting a nightmare for locals and visitors alike. You are much more likely to spend the majority of your time stuck in traffic.

Located on the aisles of Lake Erie, Cleveland is the eleventh-largest city in the world. It attracts people with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. However, the sky-high rent prices and low wages discourage any would-be visitor or settler. Petty theft and carjackings are also known to be rampant in this town.

The heart of the Midwest, St. Louis, is known for its iconic Gateway Arch, but that’s not all. The city is also known for high crime rates and urban decay, as many people have been leaving in search of better opportunities.

The city is filled with dark, rich history and culture. It should be a thriving city but it has never been able to recover from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Now, the city is plagued by poverty, homelessness, drug addiction, and murder rates.