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N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The National Council for Home Safety and Security has announced its annual Safest Cities in North Dakota Report for 2017.

The council combines data from the most recent FBI Crime Reports, population data, and their own research to create the rankings. The report was released Tuesday, April 11th.

“Known as the “Peace Garden State” and the “Roughrider State,” North Dakota is a place where rugged individualism is the norm and agriculture and natural resources generate much of the economy,” the website states. “As the fourth-least populated state in the union, North Dakota stretches from the hilly Great Plains and striking Badlands, to the Red River Valley and Missouri Plateau. It also contains several large Indian reservations, and these days more than 5% of the state population is composed of Native Americans.”

The top five safest cities in North Dakota is led by the state capital of Bismarck. That’s followed by West Fargo, Wahpeton, Valley City and Jamestown rounding out the list.

“Less than four square miles in size, Valley City is a close-knit community that also happens to be one of the safest in North Dakota—the town saw a total of 19 violent crimes and 160 property crimes last year,” the website reports. “Valley City is also home to Valley City State University, and boasts many bridges that stretch over the Sheyenne River, motivating some people to call it the “City of Bridges.” Additionally, the city is home to the annual North Dakota Winter Show, which draws around 30,000 people annually, as well as The Vault, a unique coffee shop where there are no employees and customers serve themselves.”

Jamestown rounded out the list at number five. Below is what the website had to say about the Buffalo City.

“The ninth-largest city in North Dakota, Jamestown is also home to the aptly named University of Jamestown. It squeaks into the top five safest cities ranking, experiencing just 3.30 violent crimes and 25.05 property crimes per 1,000 people last year. That’s almost as safe as having UFC legend and Jamestown native Ronda Rousey watch your back. Jamestown is also home to the world’s largest buffalo statue, which is composed of mostly stucco and cement, and weighs 54 tons. This tourist attraction is also the source of the city’s nickname: The Buffalo City.”

You can find the full results from the study by clicking here.