Camden, NJ, United States

Capital City

With a population of just 71,791, Camden is a struggling post-industrial city struggling to redefine itself. The tax burden is light, with an average residential property tax bill of just $1,710, but that's because the city has one of the highest rates of childhood poverty in the nation. Bureaucracy is a persistent headache, with three mayors having gone to jail for corruption over the years. And while violent crime has declined from its peak, the city still ranked as one of the most dangerous in the country as recently as 2012. For those willing to brave the challenges, Camden offers a chance at an affordable urban lifestyle, but it's not for the faint of heart.