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Is Fort Worth safe? 🇺🇸
United States · Safety report last updated
As of October 2026, Fort Worth scores 74/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes. Fort Worth is generally safe for visitors who take standard precautions in a large U.S. city. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk). The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Fort Worth 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 14 October 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime66/100FairCrime index 43.3 / 100 · city-level
Sentiment66/100FairMostly positive
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health78Good
01 · Official Guidance
Advisories
Good
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 2026-10-13T12:21:13.6169114-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Fair
Mugging & robbery risk
Moderate risk
62
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
65 / 100 (Mostly positive)
65
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
1.0M residents
67
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
5.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
62
Robbery / mugging
ModerateMugging and armed robbery occur at elevated levels in specific areas like the East Side and Stop Six, primarily after dark.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching happen in crowded venues such as Sundance Square and the Stockyards on busy weekends.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
66/100
Reported feel65Mostly positive
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent visitor reports indicate most feel safe during daylight hours in tourist zones, though caution is advised at night in certain districts.
Yes. Fort Worth is generally safe for visitors who take standard precautions in a large U.S. city.
Fort Worth's composite safety index of 75/100 reflects moderate crime risks balanced by strong institutions and low terrorism. Visitors should exercise increased caution in certain neighborhoods after dark and remain alert to petty crime in crowded areas.
Recent developments
- Jun 2026Fort Worth police launched a crime-fighting drone program in partnership with Flock Safety to enhance surveillance in high-risk areas.— Fort Worth Report
- Jun 2026FBI and local police rescued 90 children and arrested 300 suspects in a coordinated operation targeting child exploitation networks.— NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth
Common scams
- Fake charity solicitations near tourist sites
- Overpriced or unauthorized tour guides in the Stockyards
Full briefing
Fort Worth police have recently deployed crime-fighting drones in partnership with Flock Safety to boost surveillance in areas with higher incident reports, a development noted in June 2026 by the Fort Worth Report. In the same month, NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth reported an FBI-led operation that rescued 90 children and arrested 300 suspects in a child exploitation crackdown, underscoring active law enforcement efforts. While the city’s central districts like Sundance Square and the Stockyards benefit from visible policing, the Wikivoyage guide and official data indicate elevated risks of gun crime and armed robbery in neighborhoods such as the East Side, Stop Six, Como, and Trails/Calmont after dark. Visitors should keep vehicles locked and valuables out of sight, particularly when visiting entertainment zones, and consider using rideshares late at night instead of walking through unfamiliar areas. Petty theft remains a concern in crowded weekend settings, so securing personal belongings in Sundance Square or the Stockyards is advised. Overall, most travelers report feeling safe during the day in well-visited areas, but maintaining situational awareness aligns with the Exercise Increased Caution guidance from U.S. and Canadian authorities.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Fort Worth districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution and 3 best avoided. See them plotted on the Fort Worth safety map.
East Side (Stop Six area)avoidHistorically higher rates of violent crime, including armed robberies and shootings; avoid especially after dark.
Como NeighborhoodavoidLocated on the southeast side; experiences elevated gun crime and property crime; not recommended for visitors after dark.
Trails/Calmont AreaavoidPart of the southeast sector with documented increases in armed robberies and assaults; exercise extreme caution or avoid.
Stockyards National Historic DistrictcautionPopular tourist area; generally safe during day but can get rowdy at night on weekends—avoid isolated areas after dark.
West 7th Street CorridorcautionTrendy dining and retail zone; safe by day but nightlife can attract disorder—use rideshares and stay aware after 10 PM.
Downtown Fort WorthsaferWell-patrolled central business and entertainment district; daytime and evening activity is generally safe with standard precautions.
Cultural DistrictsaferHome to museums and universities; low crime rates and strong institutional presence contribute to a secure environment for visitors.
Sundance SquaresaferEntertainment hub in downtown with visible security; safe for dining and nightlife, though remain alert in crowds.
07 · After Dark
Is Fort Worth safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
Mugging and armed robbery occur at elevated levels in specific areas like the East Side and Stop Six, primarily after dark.
After dark, be most careful around East Side (Stop Six area), Como Neighborhood, Trails/Calmont Area, Stockyards National Historic District. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Fort Worth safety FAQ (2026)
Is Fort Worth safe right now (2026)?
Yes. Fort Worth is generally safe for visitors who take standard precautions in a large U.S. city. Fort Worth's composite safety index of 75/100 reflects moderate crime risks balanced by strong institutions and low terrorism. Visitors should exercise increased caution in certain neighborhoods after dark and remain alert to petty crime in crowded areas. (Assessed 14 October 2026.)
Is Fort Worth safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Fort Worth 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.
Which areas of Fort Worth should tourists avoid?
Field research flags East Side (Stop Six area), Como Neighborhood, Trails/Calmont Area as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Fort Worth (2026)?
- Fake charity solicitations near tourist sites
- Overpriced or unauthorized tour guides in the Stockyards
How does Fort Worth compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Fort Worth ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 74/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
How is this fort-worth safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 13+ 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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