Gang homicides are more prevalent in certain large cities across the United States. A chart shows the number of gang-related homicides per 100,000 residents in 2009 for cities with populations over 100,000. The cities with the highest rates of gang homicides per capita are St. Louis, New Orleans, Baltimore, Detroit, and Oakland.

7. Chart 1. Gang Homicide Prevalence, Cities With
Populations of 100,000 or More, 2009