Is Los Angeles Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Los Angeles

Safety rating

Moderate
3.2 /5

Women living in Los Angeles consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.7 /5

Women living in Los Angeles consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.7 out of 5.

Violence rating

13.9%

On average 13.9% percentage of women in United States 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 37 experiences

Safety rating:

3.2/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.6/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

2.7/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.8/5A bit worried

How safe is Los Angeles?

Pretty safe depending on what areas you are in of the city. Generally like any big city, car theft is probably the most common crime. Public transport can be sketchy since most people in LA have cars and drive.

Posted: May 9, 2025
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Iman

Iman

Los Angeles is a very large city, but I wouldn’t say most of the city is safe to walk around at night. It’s a car centric city so either you’ll be isolated when walking or you’ll be in a neighborhood that isn’t as safe. In a group, it’s ok.

Posted: April 21, 2025
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There's quite a lot of homeless people. I wouldn't trust random strangers on the spot, especially if it's a man. There's scamming around here, too. Don't let people pressure you into things. I'm always keeping an eye on people.

Posted: March 17, 2025
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I love living in LA and depending on the neighborhood feel very safe! There’s so much to do and so many friendly people! I love hiking at Runyon Canyon, Fryman Canyon, Elysian Park, and Griffith Park and often do those hikes solo.

Posted: February 11, 2025
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Dayanna

Dayanna

Well I’m in Hollywood so it’s a mix of tourists and homeless people. Just leave the homeless people alone and you’ll be fine. As for the tourists they aren’t dangerous. I walk alone at night all the time and have personally never experienced anything weird but I also feel like that heavily depends on the energy you’re giving off as well. Of course there are those occasional weirdos that will follow you so just stay aware of your surroundings.

Posted: February 5, 2025
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Is Los Angeles worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.8 /5

based on 21 experiences from female travelers

Salma

Salma

Iran

Solo travel

Overall I didn't feel the safest if I wasn't in a super crowded or public place. I didn't feel to at ease walking the streets as a solo traveller. It wasn't super easy to get around without getting an uber but that's the case for most of North America. I was on a tight budget but there are lots of hotels offering shared female's rooms with lockers. That was a cool experience.

Posted: April 18, 2025Experienced: March, 2024
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Leyla

Leyla

About Me

I’m a high school language teacher, and although I’m older, I have a youthful attitude. I like to meet new people, try new food, and learn something new as I explore new places. I prefer spending longer times in 1 place rather than a day or two in many places. Plain and simple. I love to host visitors and take them around, too.

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Alejandra

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Designer who loves to traveling the world. Living in Los Angeles originally from Colombia. Next trip is eastern Europe. Reach out if you want to join, looking for a traveling companion.

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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is Los Angeles safe?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

Is Los Angeles safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Los Angeles consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.6 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.7 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.6 out of 5.

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

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Los Angeles?

Women living in Los Angeles consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.