Is United States safe for solo female travelers?

The United States generally offers a safe environment for solo female travelers. Smaller towns and rural areas are typically safe and you'll often find people help you if you're in trouble. Major cities are also generally safe, but just like in any large cities around the world, you should take usual precautions and avoid less crowded areas late at night. Public transportation and taxi systems are overall reliable and safe.

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How safe is United States for solo female travelers?

Travel safety index

4.3 /5

based on 448 experiences from female travelers

Leha

Leha

United States

South Lake Tahoe, Solo travel

Fourteen hours on the road, countless stops, and views that didn’t feel real. Driving around the entire Lake Tahoe, watching the sun set over the water, and taking in the stillness made this trip unforgettable. Sometimes all you need is nature, a long drive, and a reminder of how beautiful life can be. 🫶🏽✨

Posted: February 21, 2026
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United States, Solo travel

I was very scared before I visit New York because New York is very very big city. And also, I heard many criminal things that happened in in New York City so I was quite scared because I was traveling alone for the first time, but actually there were some bad people on the street but when I go through them, it was not quite dangerous and oppositely. There were many people who are traveling that city all time so I feel comfortable with them . There are lots of stores open at late night, so I can use them whenever I want and also there are many things to do alone in the city so it was not hard...

Posted: February 19, 2026
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Selena

Selena

United States

Panama City Beach, Group travel

I have been several times to PCB! This time in particular was for Thunder Beach, a motorcycle rally. They have a lot designated for vendors, you can have sound systems installed, view bikes for sale, a bike show, lots of apparel like vests and boots, and plenty of fun people dressed up!

Posted: February 18, 2026Experienced: April, 2023
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How safe is United States for women?

Local safety index

4 /5

Based on 1657 local experiences

Local crime index

2.4 /5

Based on 1657 local experiences

Amanda

Amanda

Brownsville

Reletively safe, there isn’t a lot of crime during the day besides road incidents. At night however there are several neighborhoods that anyone should stay clear of. Downtown is getting better but still be cautious.

Posted: February 22, 2026
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Seattle

It's pretty safe during the day but I wouldn't walk alone at night. The only spot I would avoid during the day is Aurora it is the spot you will most likely have someone trying to talk to you to sell stuff to you

Posted: February 21, 2026
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Sacramento

Sacramento (California’s capital) has safety challenges, especially compared with many U.S. cities — but experiences can vary widely depending on neighborhood and personal habits. Like every other city there’s pros and cons. Sacramento has been safe for me as a person that explorers solo out in the nature.

Posted: February 20, 2026
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Safety in United States

Hospitality Exchange in United States

Brandi

Brandi

Ojai

Can host for:

5 days

About me

Hello, my name is Brandi and I’m an Ojai native. I’ve traveled all over the world for fun, but also through my work as a wedding photographer. I love meeting new people and building genuine connections, and I’m excited to be here and learn more about this community. I’m open, curious, and love travel, culture, and meaningful conversations. Some of my favorite things are my teenage daughter, Ella, my golden retriever, Alfie, yoga and the wild and natural world!

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Athena

Athena

Thousand Oaks

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi my name is Athena and I'm visiting Belgium for the first time to volunteer on local organic farms! I love having language exchange and cultural exchange experiences! I also love the idea of this women-supported community that can bring people off other social media and reduce services like Airbnb that drive up local housing prices.

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Beth

Beth

Orlando

Can host for:

3 days

About me

I’m semi retired at 55 and want to see the world. I leave the country 4-6 months at a time so explore. The last two years I’ve lived in Italy, France, England and recently Spain. I like to stay months at a time in one place to sen the culture and get to know the areas well. I’m not sure who has the availability to do this but my home is open these time to guests. I’m based in Orlando, close to all you would want to experience in Orlando and the local beaches. Anyone who what’s information on how to travel like do or would be interested in traveling along with me, reach out. Anyone intested in swaps of homes or short term rental, let me know. I looking forward to meeting g and talking to like minded explorers.

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Ariela

Ariela

El Paso

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hi Gals my name is Ariela and it’s so nice to be here in this community of women traveling solo. I’ve come here because I am planning a trip to Istanbul as soon as possible and would love to connect with other women traveling to this same destination! 🤞🏼🍀 I wish us all good fortune, health , wealth and beauty. Let’s go kick some butt!

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Angela

Angela

Atlanta

Can host for:

3 days

About me

About to be done with law school and start my real life, trying to use my Delta companion pass as much as possible before I lose all my free time 😮‍💨

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Leyla

Leyla

Los Angeles

Can host for:

7 days

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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Elliot

Elliot

Minneapolis

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hey girlies! I’m thinking about getting a frontier go wild pass! Most of my trips would involve me staying in a city for a one night. Just looking for a couch to crash on in some of my ✨favourite✨ cities! A little about me, I’m very very girly In the way that I love pink and sparkles. I’m very much a girls girl! We can have a talkative girls night but if you need time alone, I’m happie to keep to myself quietly. I’m a very understanding person, and probably won’t judge you for anything unless you are maga or unkind.

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Megan

Megan

Plano

Can host for:

4 days

About me

Hi everyone!! My name is Megan, and I joined to meet like-minded women who love to travel. One of my values is connection- with others, with food, with culture, with art, with nature. I crave it all. I'm a bit on the nerdy side, love learning random facts and obsessing over books and tv shows. I love going to horror conventions or dressing up like a fairy at the Renaissance Faire. I love walking around a park or a bookstore or exploring a new city. I believe having similar values is integral to building a safe community, so it is important to any who I stay with or who stay with me that I am politically left and believe in social justice.

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Shan

Shan

Nashville

Can host for:

7 days

About me

Based out of Nashville, I travel every opportunity I get. I’ll be in Italy 2/11-2/18 I’m open to going anywhere! I want to see the world, but am happy to explore new places in the US as well or make friends to plan a trip with! Open to hosting & swaps. A little about me: I have an orange cat named Beast, we live in a two bedroom apartment in East Nashville (the most creative, artsy, and active night life for locals). I love film, architecture, history, thrifting/antiquing, art, and the food & beverage industry (which I work in.) If you’d like to visit Nashville; I’m so excited to have you. I work adjacent to the service industry as a brand representative, so I know all of the best spaces and community for food, bevies, and nightlife. I love finding cheap flights if you need any help planning your trips; I have my methods. So happy to be a part of this community! I went through a tough breakup a couple months ago, and am excited for my own personal “eat pray love” adventure, but have definitely been nervous to travel abroad alone for my first time. I appreciate any tips & support. <3

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Akshaya

Akshaya

New Jersey

Can host for:

3 days

About me

Hello, I'm Akshaya. I'm an engineer, recently moved to NJ and I love to read and write books (Stories I mean). I wanted to solo travel but have always been scared of it. I am more indoor than outdoor person. But like to roam around the city and explore food and culture in different places. Beaches over mountains. I like a quiet evening watching sunset while starting at it blankly than hiking my way to the top of the mountains.

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