Is Dominican Republic Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Dominican Republic
Safety rating
Women living in Dominican Republic consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.5 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Dominican Republic consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 3% percentage of women in Dominican Republic 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 6 experiences
Safety rating: | 2.5/5 | Unsafe |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 1.6/5 | Unsafe |
Safety using public transport: | 2.9/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2.1/5 | Low |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 1.9/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 1.8/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 1.9/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.8/5 | A Bit Worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.5/5 | Not at all worried |
Is Dominican Republic safe for women?
Santiago De Los Caballeros
Santiago is consider one of the most safest city in Dominican Republic but you should be aware of your surroundings like everywhere in the world :) , if you’re walking around the city don’t use your phone in case you really need it
Posted: September 29, 2024
Carlota
Santiago De Los Caballeros
It's not an unsafe city in comparison with other places in Latin America. However, our place as women is very low as this is a very patriarchal society. Each time I go out to walk there's a man that harrases me or that tells me that k should walk alone. It's irritating!!
Posted: May 7, 2024
Rosangelica
Santo Domingo de Guzmán
The city has some nice places to visit, like Zona Colonial, where there's a lot of history from DR and some buildings constructed since the era of Cristobal Colon. But it is very unsafe if you walk around dangerous neighborhoods and you use your phone too much outside. It is not recommended to walk alone in the dark, and you have to be careful not to be robbed while using public transport.
Posted: May 7, 2024Santo Domingo
The city is not as walkable as one would like, it’s wise to keep an eye out. The people in here is usually friendly and welcoming, they’re so expressive sometimes you might feel like they’re trespassing your personal space, but they don’t mean no harm.
Posted: April 24, 2024
Mily
Santo Domingo
Santo Domingo is a big City so as long as you remain in the safest area, you will be ok. For Example, walking in the main streets of Zona Colonial shouldn’t be a problem for a woman traveling alone at night or during the day in the metropolitan area or Malecón. Just watch out for mugglers and motobikers.
Posted: April 8, 2024Dominican Republic
I have been living in the Dominican Republic for many years, traveling alone around the island day and night and I feel safe here. You just need to take the usual precaution, don't flash expensive jewelry or bundle of cash.
Posted: March 29, 2024Is Dominican Republic worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 12 experiences from female travelers
Dominican Republic, Family travel
The beaches are amazing. I had an all inclusive plan so I just relaxed enjoying the ocean, the pools, restaurants and activities planned by the hotel. I absolutely recommend traveling to Punta Cana. Visit!
Posted: October 19, 2024Punta Cana, Family travel
Safety was our priority and apple vacations and the concierge told us what places and activities were the safest and most reputable.zip lining over the mountains was breathtaking. Cost was a little over $2,000 round trip air and hotel for 7 days.
Posted: August 19, 2024Meet locals in Dominican Republic
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