Is Bolivia Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Bolivia

Safety rating

Moderate
2.8 /5

Women living in Bolivia consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Bolivia consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

Violence rating

22.1%

On average 22.1% percentage of women in Bolivia have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 8 experiences

Safety rating:

2.8/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.6/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3/5Moderate

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.4/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.4/5Not at all worried

How safe is Bolivia?

Nicole

Nicole

La Paz

Safety in La Paz is relatively good, but It depends on where are you going, and what time you’re going. You shouldn’t walk alone late at night. The means of transportation I recommend are the cable car, the PumaKatari bus, and apps like Uber, inDrive, or Yango.

Posted: June 23, 2025
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Jocelyn

Jocelyn

Santa Cruz

It’s safe if you know how to “behave” like not showing that you have that much, not using your cellphone in public and being kind of alert of your surroundings. Also if you are with a local it would be easier cause you would know which streets or regions not to go, or to visit until what time.

Posted: May 26, 2025
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Bolivia

It al depends on which areas you are and where you walk. There are red areas, but since Bolivia is a poor country, there are a lot of people in need. You should watch out in crowded places and dark or lonely ones.

Posted: April 25, 2025
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La Paz

This city is very beautiful, especially in the rainy season when everything greens up, especially downtown and the south zone are known for being safe areas with lots of green areas. Variety of places to visit, cultural activities to visit, unique restaurants and beautiful scenery, it is generally very safe, there are danger zones but that is usually by the eyebrow of the high or some distant neighborhoods in the center of the city the others are comfortable and beautiful to walk and explore and people can be very collaborative and friendly.

Posted: January 26, 2025
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carla

carla

Bolivia

My city is very peaceful, full of many activities and culture. For me, it is the safest city I know, and I've lived in other countries and didn't feel as safe. We have beautiful landscapes and many activities.

Posted: January 9, 2025
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Santa Cruz De La Sierra

Santa Cruz de la Sierra is generally safe, especially in central areas, but like any city, caution is key. Stick to well-lit places, avoid walking alone at night, and use trusted transportation services.

Posted: December 24, 2024
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Safety in Bolivia

Frequently asked questions

Is Bolivia safe?

Women living in Bolivia consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Is Bolivia safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Bolivia consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.6 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Bolivia?

Women living in Bolivia consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.4 out of 5