Is Mexico Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Mexico
Safety index
The safety level in Mexico is considered to be low, with an overall safety index of 1.5.
Crime index
The crime rate in Mexico is considered to be low, with an overall crime index of 2.2.
Violence index
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.
Crime & Safety Stats
Safety index: | 1.5/5 | Unsafe | |
Safety walking alone after dark: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Safety using public transport: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Crime index: | 2.2/5 | Low | |
Worries of being sexually harassed: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being physically attacked: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of home broken and things stolen: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being mugged or robbed: | N/A | Not enough data | |
Worries of being kidnapped or murdered: | N/A | Not enough data |
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How safe is Mexico for women?
Okarina
You have to be very cautious of where you are going and who you're hanging out with. Tourist areas are generally safer but you should always take extra precautions, especially as a solo traveler. I would definitely recommend googling beforehand the neighborhood you'd be staying at.
Posted: May 2, 2024Is Mexico safe to travel?
Based on 36 experiences
Group travel experience
It’s actually safer than I expected but more expensive since it is a big country so I basically took the flight as my main transportation from city to city. The culture and people are very nice and enthusiastic, and the scenery are very different from other continents that I’ve been to. However, the food was not really my type. Overall, it was a very good and unforgettable experience. I recommend to visit there in the small group of 2-4 people :)
Posted: June 19, 2024
Charly
Germany
Couple travel experience
Overall felt quite safe during the whole 4 weeks. Would definitely recommend Isla Holbox and the entire Yucatán peninsula, especially Merida! Also liked the pacific coast but you can’t really swim there unfortunately due to strong undercurrents. CDMX was great, would recommend to stay in Roma or Condesa as these are the prettiest and safest areas.
Posted: May 31, 2024Is Mexico worth visiting?
Overall rating
based on 36 experiences
Solo travel experience
I backpacked solo through Mexico for 2 months in fall 2022. I absolutely enjoyed my trip. I stayed in hostels and made great friends. I mostly ate street food and cheap eats to keep costs low. I celebrated Dia de Muertos in Oaxaca and it couldn’t have been a better choice.
Posted: November 19, 2023Solo travel experience
I spent 2 weeks traveling alone in Mexico. Mexico City - Campeche - Merida - Playa Del Carmen. I flew from Mexico City, then took the ADO bus between Campeche, Merida, and Playa Del Carmen and had only positive experiences. I love Mexico and can't wait to go back.
Posted: November 5, 2023Meet locals in Mexico
Alejandra
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Hello, I'm a Mexican who is about to tour the world so I'll be happy to chat and share travel ideas.
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Penelope
About Me
Art, nature and adventure lover,epicurean, artist and designer, spiritually inclined NLP student. Healthy lifestyle. Student of life forever! Canadian living in Mexico!
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Crime in Mexico
