While Camden is getting better safety-wise, it is still one of the most crime-ridden cities in the United States, being ranked number one in murders and robberies according to CQ Press's 2009 City Crime rankings. In 2008, the city of only 71,000 people had 54 murders. Don't wander past the riverfront and Rutgers areas along with the block of the Susquehanna Bank Center. During the day, the riverfront and downtown areas are safe, provided that you don't flash your valuables. The Rutgers and Camden police are also highly present. Approach them if you have any concerns. However, do NOT wander around alone at night. It is DANGEROUS. The downtown area is nearly empty after the Court House, Rutgers University, and other major businesses close down for the evenings. Keep in mind that the drug trade fuels a lot of Camden's crime. Even if you don't experience violent crime at night, policemen will be curious about why a tourist is wandering alone on the streets and you may be subjected to questioning.
The city is one of the poorest in the country. Unemployment is over 17%, and the poverty rate 38.6%.
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