In 2023, around 3,640.56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents were reported in Oakland, California. This made Oakland the most dangerous city in the United States in that year. Four categories of violent crimes were used: murder and non-negligent manslaughter; forcible rape; robbery; and aggravated assault. Only cities with a population of at least 200,000 were considered.

How did the City create the Equity IndexWorking with Ohio State University's Kirwan Institute of Race and Social Justice, the City complied the Equity/Opportunity Index to help facilitate data-driven decision-making processes and enable leaders to distribute resources better and plan to fund programs and services, minimize inequities and maximize opportunities.The indicators displayed in the Equity/Opportunity Index have been shown to have a direct correlation to equity. For more information, please reference the additional document on the evidence-based research determinant categories. The data is measured granularly by census block group.The list below comprise the Indicators per index: Accessibility Parks & Open SpaceVoter ParticipationHealthy Food Access IndexAverage Road QualityHome Internet AccessTransit Options & AccessVehicle AccessLivabilityTacoma Crime IndexESRI Crime IndexCost-Burdened HouseholdsAverage Life ExpectancyUrban Tree CanopyTacoma Nuisance IndexMedian Home ValueEducationAverage Student Test RateAverage Student Mobility4-Year High School Graduation RatePercent of 25+-Year-Olds with Bachelor's Degree or MoreEconomyPierce County Jobs IndexMedian Household Income200% of the Poverty line or LessUnemployment RateEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental ExposuresNOx- Diesel Emissions (Annual Tons/Km2)Ozone ConcentrationPM2.5 ConcentrationPopulations Near Heavy Traffic RoadwaysToxic Releases from Facilities (RSEI Model)Environmental EffectsLead Risk from Housing (%)Proximity to Hazardous Waste Treatment Storage and Disposal Facilities (TSDFs)Proximity to National Priorities List Facilities (Superfund Sites)Proximity to Risk Management Plan (RMP) FacilitiesWastewater DischargeWhat does Very High or Very Low Equity/Opportunity mean?Very High Equity/Opportunity represents locations that have access to better opportunities to succeed and excel in life. The data indicators would include high-performing schools, a safe environment, access to adequate transportation, safe neighborhoods, and sustainable employment. In contrast, Low Equity/Opportunity areas have more obstacles and barriers within the area. These communities have limited access to institutional or societal investments with limits their quality of life.Why is the North and West End labeled Red?When looking at data related to equity and social justice, we want to be mindful not to reinforce historical representations of low-income or communities of color as bad or negative. To help visualize the areas of high opportunity and call out the need for more equity, we chose to use red. We flipped the gradient to highlight disparities within the community. Besides, we refrained from using green or positive colors with referring to dominant communities (white communities).Can I add more data and indicators to the Equity Index?Yes, by downloading the file and uploading it to ArcGIS, you can add data and indicators to the Index, and you can import the shapefiles into your database. The indicators and standard deviations are available on ArcGIS online.Can I see additional or multiple map layers?Within the left navigation panel, you can aggregate the index layers by determinate social categories; Accessibility, Education, Economy, Livability