Tucson is a great destination. Like all destinations there are certain parts of it you should avoid. The further south you go the more questionable it can be in general. There is a significant amount of homelessness and I have personally never used public transit and would be somewhat concerned about harassment and safety but again I’ve never used it! I feel safe riding my bike at night, especially on the bike paths. And University of Arizonas campus is generally safe as well.

Speaking anecdotally and from personal opinion, without statistical knowledge, I would say it’s as safe as an average city in America, maybe even safer. I go on walks late at night often, and while I am cautious and alert, I have never faced problems.

Being born and raised in Tucson has taught me how to be on guard 24/7. I always thought outsiders' concerns about Tucson being unsafe were overblown. I have never been a victim of violent crime by strangers. I have been assaulted by someone I know (which is the most common form of assault). I have been catcalled and sexually harassed, especially when I was a college student walking around at night. I get left alone now that I'm older. I had my childhood home broken into and a relative's car was...