Is San Francisco Safe for Women? Crime Rate in San Francisco

Safety rating

Moderate
2.8 /5

Women living in San Francisco consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.4 /5

Women living in San Francisco consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 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 17 experiences

Safety rating:

2.8/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

2.4/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

2.9/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.4/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

2.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.2/5Not at all worried

How safe is San Francisco?

Bella

Bella

San francisco is a safe area to visit. Especially in sunset district is the safest to be at.i love san francisco so that i would be back to san francisco soon.

Posted: February 3, 2025
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Christie

Christie

San Francisco can be either clean and beautiful or absolutely chaotic depending on the area. Of course the tenderloin is to be avoided as well as 16th st Bart and bay point, but even Bernal heights has been seeing more crime lately. I highly recommend the citizen app to keep in check what’s going on around the area to ensure safety. Don’t walk at night alone!

Posted: January 21, 2025
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It has become increasingly unsafe. Some areas are safer than others. Just make sure to not go to the “bad areas” and definitely don’t walk alone after dark. During daylight if you stay in the richer areas then you’re fine. Cars often get broken into so don’t leave anything valuable in your car.

Posted: December 31, 2024
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San Francisco is a city like many others but there’s lot of drug users, poverty & gun violence to be aware of & robberies are not unusual. Definitely stay aware of your surroundings because lots of people also have guns.

Posted: December 1, 2024
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It really depends on the neighborhoods. some that you probably should be more careful are the Tenderloins and downtown after dark. but the rest is decently safe. there are many city and nature activities to do here.

Posted: September 16, 2024
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L.

L.

As in any city, a woman must be careful. I never walk long distances at night, although I live in a very nice neighborhood. I would be strategic about the places I visit in this city, and would look at crime statistics here. I do that where ever I go. I would not recommend taking muni at night. I would opt for Uber. There are lots of things to do and see here, but do it during the day.

Posted: September 8, 2024
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I feel San Francisco is safe for women when it comes to gender related crimes. But recently there have been cases of thefts and car break ins and muggings. And the number of these cases have been going up. Overall I feel safe in most areas. Some areas to avoid would be Tenderloin especially after dark.

Posted: July 19, 2024
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It’s not safe but it’s beautiful. It’s a major city and you just have to be wise about your safety. Don’t leave anything in your car and ask people which neighborhoods to walk in at night that’s safe

Posted: June 30, 2024
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Oys a good city, avoid the tenderloin and SOMA neighborhood. Don't walk around alone at night, don't leave anything in your car unless you want your windows smashed. When you are waking around the streets ignore the homeless people , don't engage or make eye contact. Walk briskly and with purpose.

Posted: June 25, 2024
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Giulia

Giulia

It really depends by the neighbourhood. AVOID TENDERLOIN. It’s better to take Uber if you alone at night… during the day I find the city super chill. Don’t leave anything at all in the car, it’s famous for people that break the windows of the cars…

Posted: June 12, 2024
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Is San Francisco worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.9 /5

based on 13 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

San Francisco is quite safe at the daylight. You can meet some homeless people, but they are not crazy. I recommend stay in when sun goes down or walk only in crowded areas. Downtown and Chinatown are pretty crowded.

Posted: February 14, 2025
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Solo travel

It was pretty safe and convenient in San Francisco. Fisherman’s wharf and beaches were pretty nice. Sunsets were my favorite. Food, transportation and Uber, and accommodation were quite expensive though.

Posted: September 25, 2024
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Meet locals in San Francisco

Kari

Kari

About Me

Born in Mexico, but live out in California. I considered myself to be friendly, outgoing-introvert (am shy but willing to go out of my comfort zone), easy-going, respectful and direct. I enjoy sarcasm and don't' get offended easily (doesn't mean you should disrespect me) and am easily amused. I enjoy meeting new people and creating new friendships and believe that adding something new to one's life is rewarding. I enjoy being around positive and intellectual people who I can have a interesting conversation and laugh with them. CHECK OUT my Instagram @mexicanawithwings

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Jesse

Jesse

About Me

Hello everyone, my name is Jesse, I'm from El Salvador, living in California. Currently working as a babysitter and as a kindergarten teacher assistant. One of my favorite things to do while visiting different countries is to try the different kinds of snacks and traditional foods. I also love to learn new languages, I'm fluent in español, english and portugues. Another thing I enjoy while traveling is making new friends, it is so nice to meet like-minded people on the road that they become little treasures. 💖

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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is San Francisco safe?

Women living in San Francisco consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.8 out of 5.

Is San Francisco safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in San Francisco consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 2.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 2.9 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2 out of 5.

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

Women living in San Francisco consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in San Francisco?

Women living in San Francisco consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5