Is Springfield Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Springfield

Safety rating

Moderate
2.5 /5

Women living in Springfield consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.5 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.5 /5

Women living in Springfield consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 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 6 experiences

Safety rating:

2.5/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

1.8/5Unsafe

Safety using public transport:

1.9/5Unsafe

Crime rate:

2.5/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

2.6/5Moderate

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.5/5Not at all worried

How safe is Springfield?

Springfield, IL is generally safe as long as you stay away from areas with known gang activity. The police are not much better as they have several bad officers on the force. One officer killed Sonya Massey in her home, an unarmed black woman, while she was complying with instructions. Downtown has several unhoused people, though nothing on the scale of larger cities, and they usually leave you alone.

Posted: March 24, 2025
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Springfield, MO is fairly safe in my opinion. I’ve walked around downtown many evenings and nights but always try to be aware of my surroundings. If walking alone I do carry pepper spray. There are areas in town that I avoid but not a lot where it would come to sought out tourist locations.

Posted: January 13, 2025
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Alexis

Alexis

Most of Springfield is safe, though there are areas of the city that are less safe. I typically don't walk alone after dark no matter where I am, but there are many neighborhoods where this is not a problem. As always, stay aware of your surroundings.

Posted: September 3, 2024
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Springfield is not at all safe, especially for women and especially at night. There are lots of homeless drug addicts who WILL approach you, touch you, yell at you, or all of the above. Easy access to I-44 and Hwy 60 makes Springfield a hotspot for human trafficking. You’re fine to go out during the day on your own as long as you stay aware of your surroundings.

Posted: May 25, 2024
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Generally unsafe to be alone at night. Violent crime is high and petty theft is common. Proceed with caution if approached you on the street. Do not make eye contact at gas stations or public parks. If you have to visit here, do it with a buddy and stay on the south side of town.

Posted: May 2, 2024
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Julia

Julia

The good parts are ok in lighted areas after dark but for the most part the more populated areas tend to have a lot of gang activity and drug use so crime ensues and crack heads can be annoying dope fiends just sad its all drugs here and poverty. Welcome!

Posted: March 14, 2024
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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is Springfield safe?

Women living in Springfield consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 2.5 out of 5.

Is Springfield safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Springfield consider walking alone at night to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 1.8 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider public transport to be relatively unsafe, with an overall safety rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

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

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of burglary to be moderate, with an overall risk rating of 2.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Springfield?

Women living in Springfield consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.