A new survey says Virginia Beach and Chesapeake are some of the most caring cities in the US!
A new study has named the most caring cities in America, ranking 100 cities based on how well they demonstrate care in three areas: community, vulnerable populations and the workforce.
Researchers looked at a number of factors to determine levels of care, including crime and poverty rates, civic engagement, percent of income donated to charity and the percentage of the population that worked in caring fields, such as social services, medicine or education.
WalletHub asked several experts on sociology and criminology to weigh in on the survey, addressing a number of topics, including how local government can encourage citizens to be more caring and whether foster care replacing orphanages in the United States is a good trend.
3. Virginia Beach, Virginia
The residents of Virginia Beach log more volunteering hours than any other population in the survey. Although it may have a reputation as a party city, it actually has one of the lowest crime rates in the country.
6. Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake residents recorded one of the highest numbers of volunteering hours, placing it fifth in “caring for the community” and sixth overall.
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