A Ranking of the Toughest Places to Live in the U.S.

Tucked into central Albuquerque, Quigley Park feels like a place that has lost its pulse. Crime runs rampant, particularly burglary and assault, while businesses struggle to stay afloat. Homes here are modest, some in visible disrepair, and the streets carry an air of fatigue.

Its location makes it notable; it sits in the middle of a growing city, yet feels worlds apart. Youth programs are underfunded, and addiction rates strain the already limited social services. The people are resilient, but even that has limits when investment continues to bypass their streets.