Is Chile Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Chile
Safety rating
Women living in Chile consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Chile consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 31.3% percentage of women in Chile 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 48 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.3/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.5/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 3.8/5 | Safe |
Crime rate: | 2.5/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2.1/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.8/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.5/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Chile?
Sayen
Viña del Mar
It is a city where one must be primarily cautious; it is not so bad to walk on the street at night, but only if it is in busy places. The train (or subway) is the most comfortable means of transport to use considering the risks, I would say that buses (or taxis) come as the second option because the level of mobility around the city is good and there is not too much risk in using them, but they are very expensive. I would put the buses (or minibuses) last; they are the ones with the highest risk of being robbed or sexually harassed. The good thing is that there are police stations in several areas, so if there is any problem you can run to one.
Posted: May 19, 2025Talagante
As it is in the countryside of Santiago, I feel that it's still a safe place. It's a small to medium size town so everybody kinda know each other, and there's a lot of elder people. In terms of "being a woman" I'm not scared at all, however, being pickpocket or people breaking in may happen in a normal rate (less than Santiago either way).
Posted: May 8, 2025Santiago
Santiago has different vibes, beautiful place and on day is all safe, on nights is better being on groups or take a private ride. You have to be on alert with pickpocket and don't walk with the phone on hands. But Santiago has alot of things to do, museums, parks, shoppings, etc. The nightlife is good, bars and place to dances, but you can't take a public transport that late.
Posted: May 6, 2025
Angela
Chile
As in every place, there are dangerous areas, and the larger the city, the more chaotic it is. Compared to other places in LATAM, I consider Chile to be relatively safer, as long as you take the necessary precautions.
Posted: April 14, 2025
Isabel
Santiago
I'll say like any other city you should inform yourself about which zones to avoid, but overall the most touristic places are really safe during the day. The metro is definetly a great transportation, but there are some specific stations where you should be really carefull because you can be robbed.
Posted: April 13, 2025Is Chile worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 17 experiences from female travelers
Sayen
Chile
Puerto Río Tranquilo, Family travel
It's a beautiful place, and as its name indicates, peaceful. A small and long river runs through it; it's huge and has a turquoise color that catches your eye at first glance. The people are very friendly, and there are both food places and very good specialized tours to the marble chapels. The Carretera Austral itself is gorgeous and worth getting to know; it makes you want to stay and live there.
Posted: May 19, 2025Experienced: December, 2024Meet locals in Chile
Pascale
About Me
Hi! I'm Pascale aka Paskurana. I'm a singer-songwriter, love nature and art. I studied Natural Resources Engineering in Santiago but I'm dedicated yo my music project, traveling and producing festivals in Valdivia when we have the chance. I also really enkoy making art, yoga, pilates, talking walks in nature, I love cats! I eat mostly vegan but can take some vegetarian options every once in a while (specially sweets!!), although not too much milk or cheese in it, I'm already not used to the flavour.
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Tomasa
About Me
Hello! My name is Tomasa Silva, I’m 22 years old and proudly Chilean. Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve dreamed of traveling the world—not just to see landscapes or monuments, but to connect deeply with people, learn about their customs, their rhythms, their stories. I believe that every new person we meet brings a piece of the world closer to us, and that kind of human connection is the most enriching gift life can offer. One of the most transformative experiences I’ve had was living for a long time in hostels in Costa Rica. It wasn’t just about affordable travel—it was about community, conversations under the stars, spontaneous adventures, shared meals with strangers who became friends. That time opened my eyes and heart, and I knew then that I wanted to keep living that way: open, curious, connected. Now I’m on a new journey, hoping to continue discovering the world through the kindness and wisdom of other women. I would love to meet strong, generous women who are open to welcoming me into their spaces, sharing their experiences, and helping me grow through this beautiful chaos of travel and sisterhood. I’m also a passionate feminist—a proud advocate and practitioner. I carry with me a strong sense of purpose when it comes to fighting for women’s rights and supporting one another. Wherever I go, I try to be not just a traveler, but a woman who listens, supports, and stands up for justice. If you’re reading this and feel called to share your world with me, even just for a moment—I’d be honored. Thank you for being here, and maybe… see you somewhere in this big, beautiful world.
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