Is Mexico Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Mexico
Safety rating
Women living in Mexico consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.
Crime rating
Women living in Mexico consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.7 out of 5.
Violence rating
On average 31.8% percentage of women in Mexico 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 121 experiences
Safety rating: | 3.4/5 | Moderate |
Safety walking alone after dark: | 2.6/5 | Moderate |
Safety using public transport: | 3.3/5 | Moderate |
Crime rate: | 2.7/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | 2.7/5 | Moderate |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being physically attacked: | 2/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | 1.7/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | 2.3/5 | A bit worried |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | 1.9/5 | A bit worried |
How safe is Mexico?
Mexico City
It's a high crime rate city but it's also possible to walk around with no issue. There are specific neighborhoods to avoid, especially as a foreigner. You will most likely be approached by people wanting to sell something, or asking for money, but they're mostly harmless.
Posted: August 13, 2025
Mar
Mexico
There are murders everyday on the news where I live, they say they only attack a specific type of people, those who are into drugs or are selling them. Well, the truth is that there's always some kind of collateral damage whether they want it or not, so there will always be danger for common people, so it's always good to be aware of your surroundings.
Posted: August 7, 2025
Teresita
Mexico City
It has its perks, depending on the are you are at. Try not walk with the phone in your hands. If you’re in places like Polanco, Roma, Condesa you’ll find it has a lot of people always. Try not to walk alone or distracted. If you’re using public transportation always have your purse/bag on your front because it’s very easy to get stuff out of it.
Posted: August 1, 2025Mexico City
Unfortunately, Mexico City is one of the most dangerous places to live for women. I have experienced sexual harassment a few times in public transportation, that's why I usually travel in the only-women car on the subway. I feel unsafe when returning home in the dark, but my main concern is getting robbed most of the times. Although I recommend visiting the city, you should be cautious and travel accompanied at nighttime ;)
Posted: July 25, 2025
Lilian
Hermosillo
Hermosillo is a place that you don’t want to be alone in the dark and you have to be careful also in Uber and more in public transport. It’s very common that men said something with sexual connotation but it’s not that common for rape.
Posted: July 21, 2025
Ximena
Mexico City
There are zones where you can feel really save, otherwise you should be aware of your belongings such as cellphone, wallet, etc. because those things can be stolen from you in public places and you might not notice it
Posted: July 21, 2025Is Mexico worth visiting?
Travel rating
based on 185 experiences from female travelers
Mérida, Solo travel
I personally loved Merida. It felt perfectly safe during the day and night. Merida, like all of the Yucatán peninsula, is very expensive. It's close to european prices. The city is very touristy and "americanized" with many international restaurants and shops but you can still find good local food. From there, I visited Chichen Itza with a tour, and there are many cool Cenotes you can check out. I definitely recommend you do that.
Posted: August 12, 2025Puerto Vallarta, Group travel
I felt safe in the resort areas, but outside of those, generally unsafe. Horseback riding and the beaches were a must- some beaches were not amenable to visit, so do your homework in advance for which ones to visit
Posted: August 11, 2025Experienced: March, 2005Safety in Mexico
Mexico City
Cancún
Playa del Carmen
Puerto Vallarta
Puerto Escondido
Mérida
Oaxaca City
Cabo San Lucas
Cuernavaca
Guadalajara
Monterrey
Hermosillo
Mexicali
Tijuana
Villahermosa
Tampico
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