5 Most Dangerous Cities in Florida

2. Miami

Total violent crimes in 2019: 2,850

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2019: 593

Miami is one of the most popular destinations in Florida, known for its numerous beaches and is a particularly attractive place for retirees. In March 2023, five people were killed in a murder-suicide via gunshot wounds. While Miami is still one of the top travel destinations in the country, it needs to improve crime levels in the city. While violent crimes are high in the city, property crimes are even worse. However, Miami is another city where homicides have fallen, and according to the Miami Herald, the last two years saw just 97 homicides in total, a low not seen in the city since 1964, when the population was just below 100,000. While homicides are falling, violent crime is increasing as overall crime registered a 5% increase.