Peaceful Places

As you are planning your summer vacation, if you are seeking a bit of "peace", here is a list to help you out! The Institute for Economics and Peace found that Maine was the most peaceful state in the country, while Louisiana came in last. The "Peace Index" defines peace as the "absence of violence" -- and includes such factors as homicide rates, violent crimes, percentage of the population in jail, number of police officers and availability of guns. Now....start your planning!! :-)

Top 5 most peaceful states:

1. Maine
2. New Hampshire
3. Vermont
4. Minnesota
5. North Dakota

Top 5 least peaceful states:

1. Louisiana
2. Tennessee
3. Nevada
4. Florida
5. Alabama

Source: CBS News

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