6. Detroit, MI

Detroit, a once-bustling city noted for its car sector, had been experiencing financial difficulties even before the pandemic. It has become more challenging for locals to obtain a permanent job and to feel safe in any way due to rising unemployment rates and crime.

Recent studies show that Detroit has one of the worst unemployment rates of any large metro area, and the city also has a higher crime rate than the national average. Besides being one of the worst places to work, Detroit also has issues with healthcare, especially for seniors.

7. Newark, NJ

Newark was severely affected by the downturn in manufacturing; according to a recent estimate, the city has lost 10% of its manufacturing jobs since 2010.
Newark is one of the most unsafe and criminally active cities in New Jersey, along with Camden.