{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/mexico/zacatecas-city","updatedAt":"2026-07-29T17:51:57.794Z","place":{"city":"Zacatecas City","country":"Mexico","countryCode":"MX","lat":22.76843,"lon":-102.58141},"safety":{"score":48,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":38,"confidence":0.89,"caps":[],"databaseScore":49,"travellerSentiment":{"score":43,"label":"Negative","summary":"Recent news indicates a high level of concern regarding safety, with reports of mass killings and cartel activity impacting the perception of security for visitors.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":35,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":78,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":45,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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Mexico","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/rmsf-mexico"},{"level":"Alert","title":"Global Polio","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level2/global-polio"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Dengue","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/dengue-global"},{"level":"Watch","title":"Global Measles","url":"https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/level1/measles-globe"}],"hazardAlerts":[],"fieldResearch":{"verdict":"Zacatecas City presents significant safety concerns for travelers due to high rates of violent crime and organized criminal activity.","summary":"While official advisories recommend exercising a high degree of caution for Mexico generally, Zacatecas specifically has seen recent high-profile violent incidents. The region's rule of law and control of corruption scores are notably low, indicating potential challenges for public safety and law enforcement effectiveness.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"High homicide rates and reports of violence suggest a significant risk of armed robbery and violent crime, particularly outside tourist areas."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"Moderate","note":"While not as prominent as violent crime, pickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded areas and markets."},"safeAreas":[],"avoidAreas":["Areas with high cartel presence","Isolated rural roads"],"scams":["Express kidnapping (short-term abduction for ATM withdrawals)","Fake police checkpoints or extortion attempts"],"zones":[{"name":"Centro Histórico","level":"caution","note":"While historically charming, petty crime and occasional public disorder are concerns, especially after dark."},{"name":"Ciudadela","level":"caution","note":"This area can experience higher crime rates, particularly concerning theft and mugging."},{"name":"Las Huertas","level":"caution","note":"Some reports indicate elevated crime, making vigilance necessary."},{"name":"San Rafael","level":"caution","note":"Similar to other urban areas, be aware of your surroundings and avoid displaying valuables."},{"name":"Bernárdez","level":"caution","note":"This district may see higher instances of petty crime; exercise caution."},{"name":"El Jarrito","level":"avoid","note":"This neighborhood has been associated with higher levels of criminal activity and is best avoided."},{"name":"La Pimienta","level":"avoid","note":"Reports suggest this area has significant crime issues and should be avoided."}]}}