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HOUSTON - Every person likes to feel safe, but a recent study claimed Texas is one of the least safe states in the U.S.

The study was conducted by WalletHub, which looked at several key safety indicators ranging from assaults, unemployment, and vaccinations.

Its findings showed Texas to be the 4th least safe state in the country between Arkansas and Alabama. Vermont took home the title as the safest state, while Louisiana ranked very last.

You can see how other states compared by clicking here and reading the full report.