It is a matter of where you intend on living and race. In the Los Angeles area there are gangs of almost any race. The area known as south central is known for black gangs. Between them to two main colors are red and blue. I dated a man whose mother lived in the area. At the time I owned a red Toyota and didn't drive it over there because it was the "wrong" color. In my neighborhood any color goes. If you are white and in south central you could drive a red car safely. Mostl cities have detailed crime statistics , once you deicde where you are heading for those can help you choose where it is best to live.