Is New Jersey safe for solo female travelers?

New Jersey, in general, is considered moderately safe for solo female travelers. Like any other place, the safety largely depends on the location within the state. Cities like Princeton and Hoboken have good safety records. However, cities such as Camden and Newark have higher crime rates. It is important to always have a level of caution and awareness of your surroundings, stay in well-lit, populated areas, and avoid traveling alone at night in unfamiliar areas. Public transportation is reliable and taxi services are widely available.

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How safe is New Jersey for female travelers?

How safe is New Jersey for women?

Local safety index

3.7 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Local crime index

1.4 /5

Based on 4 local experiences

Depending on where you go in NJ it varies, but for the most part it is safe. Just steer clear from high crime areas at night such as, Newark, Camden, and Trenton. There are a lot of small quaint towns in NJ that are very safe.

Posted: August 26, 2025
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Candice

Candice

Where I am its really safe, I don't know for everywhere but here I'm pretty confortable even at night. The streets are calm, I see a lot of cops, I'm in a small town so there is less to worried about

Posted: March 10, 2025
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Emily

Emily

I feel safe in my area of New Jersey however I live in the suburbs and that's based on my experience here, I would probably not feel as safe in the cities here and crimes can happen anywhere at anytime unfortunately especially to us women. NYC is the city im closest to and i often go on day trips and feel safe.

Posted: January 13, 2025
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Makala

Makala

Anywhere in the world can be dangerous always have a plan, be with someone if you’re not familiar with the area! New Jersey is a great place, great restaurants and great people. There are different parts of New Jersey each area is different the way we do things.

Posted: June 16, 2024
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