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Safety Report
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United States · Assessed 13 October 2026
73
/ 100
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“This travel advice also covers American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and United States Virgin Islands. Before you travel No travel can be guaranteed safe.”
Updated 2026-10-07T10:48:24Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-10T19:41:02.6992267-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWhile the overall homicide rate is moderate, visitors should be aware of potential mugging risks, particularly in less-trafficked areas or after dark.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching can occur in crowded tourist spots, public transport, and busy entertainment districts.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed but generally cautious
65/100
While official data indicates a generally safe environment, some reports suggest a mixed sentiment regarding personal safety, particularly concerning walking alone after dark.
Dallas is a safe city for travelers, with official advisories recommending normal security precautions.
While Dallas has a homicide rate slightly above the US average, overall crime indicators are moderate. Travelers should be aware of potential petty theft and exercise caution, particularly in crowded areas or at night.
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Full briefing
Dallas presents a generally safe environment for travelers, with official advisories from Canada and the UK recommending normal security precautions. The city's composite safety index is high, indicating it is safer than most global locations.
However, travelers should remain aware of their surroundings. While overall crime rates are moderate, the homicide rate in Dallas is slightly above the US average. Petty theft, including pickpocketing and bag-snatching, can occur in busy tourist areas and public transport hubs. Recent reports highlight ongoing efforts by Dallas Police to address crime, including an anti-crime operation prior to the FIFA World Cup and indictments related to sex trafficking.
To ensure a safe visit, it is advisable to keep valuables secure and out of sight, especially in crowded locations. Be cautious when walking alone after dark, and utilize reputable transportation services. Staying informed about local events, such as the FIFA World Cup, can also help travelers anticipate potential increases in crowds and security presence.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 8 Dallas districts for visitors: 3 safer, 4 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Dallas safety map.
South DallasavoidCertain areas have higher crime rates; visitors are advised to avoid unless they have a specific, necessary reason and are accompanied.
Downtown DallascautionHigh foot traffic can attract pickpockets; be aware of surroundings, especially after dark.
Deep EllumcautionKnown for nightlife; can be crowded and lively, increasing petty crime risk. Exercise vigilance, especially late at night.
West End Historic DistrictcautionSome areas may have higher crime rates; stick to well-lit, populated streets and be aware of your surroundings.
East DallascautionVaries by specific area; some neighborhoods are safe, while others experience higher crime. Research specific blocks if venturing off main routes.
UptownsaferGenerally considered a safe and upscale area with good lighting and police presence.
Oak LawnsaferA diverse and generally safe neighborhood, popular with LGBTQ+ residents and visitors.
Bishop Arts DistrictsaferA vibrant area with boutiques and restaurants, generally considered safe for visitors.
07 · After Dark
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
While the overall homicide rate is moderate, visitors should be aware of potential mugging risks, particularly in less-trafficked areas or after dark.
After dark, be most careful around South Dallas, Downtown Dallas, Deep Ellum, West End Historic District. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Dallas is a safe city for travelers, with official advisories recommending normal security precautions. While Dallas has a homicide rate slightly above the US average, overall crime indicators are moderate. Travelers should be aware of potential petty theft and exercise caution, particularly in crowded areas or at night. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Dallas report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Field research flags South Dallas as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Dallas ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 73/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 11+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight (and U.S. reports lean more on the latest field research); the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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