“Tucson is one of the only cities in the Southwest to rank among the worst places to live,” the study reports, before ticking off reasons why thats so. The economy is slow-growing, the property crime rate is crazy there, and the population is transient, making it difficult to establish a strong community.

Is Tucson a dangerous place to live?

Unfortunately, South Tucson is one of the riskiest places in Arizona, both for property crime, and, unfortunately, violent crime. With rates of violent crimes coming in at four times the national average, South Tucson is a very dangerous place to visit.

Where are the bad neighborhoods in Tucson AZ?

Some of the worst neighborhoods in Tucson include Barrio Hollywood, Mitman, Avondale, Palo Verde, Starr Pass, Mountain View, Doolen-Fruitvale, Dodgeflower, Amphi, and Blenman-Elm. Steer clear of these areas while visiting Tucson and you will lessen the risk of falling victim to property and violent crime.

Can I drink Tucson tap water?

“The water is safe for all uses including drinking,” Tucson Water said in a fact sheet last week. “It was also safe during the time period discussed in the Sept. 30, 2018 Arizona Daily Star article.” Yet the EPA and another federal agency appear to be at odds over this very issue.

Is Tucson Water okay to drink?

Tucson water says their is no need to hoard bottled water because their water is safe to drink and reliable.

How many days is 100 degrees in Tucson?

108 days In 2020, Tucson experienced 108 days of 100-degree temperatures, far exceeding the average of 68 days, Cerniglia said.

What is the safest area in Tucson?

The top three safest neighborhoods in Tucson are Saguaro Miraflores, Tucson Park West, and Houghton. Saguaro Miralores has a crime rate 54% lower than that of the national average.