Is Amman Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Amman

Safety rating

Safe
3.8 /5

Women living in Amman consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Crime rating

Very Low
1.4 /5

Women living in Amman consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.4 out of 5.

Violence rating

63%

On average 63% percentage of women in Jordan 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 5 experiences

Safety rating:

3.8/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.4/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.7/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.4/5Very Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.5/5Not at all worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

Is Amman safe for women?

I lived in Amman for a year. Personally, I didn't feel unsafe once. As a white woman, I attracted a lot of attention, but personally, I didn't feel as if I am in danger. People will say "welcome to jordan" quite often, and honk, but mostly, the honking comes from taxis indicating that they are free to offer a ride. I didn't fear being robbed, it didnt happen to any f my friends or me. Cover shoulders and legs out of respect, and wear clothes that are comfortable for you. At night, I either took a bus or an uber/taxiF/Jeeny. East Amman is (according to some friends) a little 'unsafer' than Central and West Amman, so be cautious and try to go with a group. In other areas, i walked alone almost all the time and felt secure.

Posted: September 2, 2024
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Amman is very safe place, just make sure not to wear something too revealing. Being respectful and moderate will help you alot, people are so friendly when approaching to them and try to help in all ways. Trying to speak to you is something normal as they will try hard to show you how welcoming they are.

Posted: September 1, 2024
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lamees

lamees

It's very safe for women in Amman, I can walk at night, use transports and go about my normal life without being afraid, it's better to dress modestly just to avoid stares in the streets, and of course like in every country there are few neighbourhoods that you might be catcalled in or not feel very safe at night but there are no reasons to be there anyway😅

Posted: August 7, 2024
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Abeer

Abeer

Amman is very safe. People here are very friendly and welcoming. I suggest that women coming to Jordan wear modest clothes to respect the culture and also to avoid unwanted attention. Taxi drivers like to chat, it’s better to tell them that you are married. Otherwise, they might ask you to marry them:)

Posted: June 27, 2024
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Amman is safe It has a low crime rate. You rarely hear of something bad happening for a girl in the streets especially foreigners. But it is always best to avoid being in alleys and empty streets especially in sketchy areas after dark

Posted: April 5, 2024
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Is Amman worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.5 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Anne

Anne

France

Solo travel

Volunteering and traveling in Amman, Jordan: - safe if you behave following the rules in this country - easy to meet people, speak english everywhere - the food was delicious, especially knafeh, a must try!

Posted: January 18, 2024Experienced: September, 2023
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Couple travel

My experience in Jordan was amazing! We started in Amman with a two nights stay. People are amazing and really lovely, friendly! At first I didnt know what to expect from Jordan but at the end of the day I realized how safe I actually felt. Afterwards we went to Wadi Rum. We bought a guided tour with a night stay in the desert and it was magical experience. The locals were so friendly and nice. Food was probably the best I ever ate in a foreign country. We then went to Wadi Musa to see Petra and the tour was just amazing. We saw a lot and it was worth every step! We walked from 7 am until 4 pm. The last location was the dead see and well... once you are there you just have to get inside and take a swim. It feels like flying and the water is just great. You have showers there (depends where you go) because after a while you can feel the itch because of the salt. Well thats it! The food was amazing, locals were amazing, prices were solid. The total money I spet for 6 days was maybe around 500€

Posted: January 4, 2024
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Jamileh

About Me

A keen traveller who lives with her family in Amman, willing to share travel experiences and advices for female travelers and open for exchange opportunities. Visit Amman my hometown and let’s have a drive around the city.

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Hello There! I am Raghad 21 years old A Visual art student A graphic designer and social media manager. I have to pet cats named Simba and Scar.

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Safety in Jordan

Frequently asked questions

Is Amman safe?

Women living in Amman consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.8 out of 5.

Is Amman safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Amman consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Amman?

Women living in Amman consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Amman?

Women living in Amman consider the crime rate to be very low, with an overall crime rating of 1.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Amman?

Women living in Amman consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

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

Women living in Amman consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Amman?

Women living in Amman consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Amman?

Women living in Amman consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Amman consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5

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

Women living in Amman consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5