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As of October 2026, Honolulu scores 75/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Honolulu is a safe destination for travelers, with normal precautions advised. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk).
Safety Report
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United States · Assessed 13 October 2026
75
/ 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
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Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
ModerateWorry about being mugged or robbed is moderate, with violent crime seen as a local problem by some residents.
Pickpocketing
ModerateProperty crime is a noted concern, suggesting a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching in tourist areas.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Generally Positive
68/100
Honolulu has been recognized in international surveys as a safe city. While residents express moderate concern about property crime, overall sentiment regarding safety for visitors appears positive.
Honolulu is a safe destination for travelers, with normal precautions advised.
Honolulu ranks well for safety, with low rates of violent crime and terrorism. While property crime is a concern, and feeling safe at night is lower than during the day, official advisories recommend normal security precautions.
Recent developments
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Full briefing
Honolulu is recognized as a safe city, with official advisories from Canada and the UK recommending normal security precautions. The city scores well on indicators for crime, conflict, and rule of law, and has a low terrorism death rate.
However, residents express moderate concern regarding property crime and drug dealing. While feeling safe walking alone in daylight is high, the sense of security diminishes after dark, indicating a need for increased vigilance during nighttime hours.
Recent news highlights include a FEMA fraud conviction in June 2026 and travel disruptions caused by a storm in March 2026. Travelers should be aware of potential scams, such as those related to rental cars or government aid programs. It is advisable to secure valuables and remain aware of your surroundings, particularly in less crowded areas or after sunset.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 7 Honolulu districts for visitors: 2 safer, 4 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Honolulu safety map.
KalihiavoidReports indicate higher crime rates, including drug-related issues and property crime; visitors should avoid this area.
WaikikicautionHigh tourist area, prone to pickpocketing and petty theft; exercise vigilance, especially at night.
Downtown HonolulucautionCan be busy with business activity, but some areas may experience increased crime after business hours; be aware of surroundings.
MakikicautionA mixed residential area; while generally safe, some pockets may experience higher crime rates, particularly property crime.
Ala MoanacautionA major shopping and entertainment hub; while generally safe, be mindful of crowds and potential for petty theft.
KaimukisaferGenerally considered a safe residential and commercial neighborhood with a local feel.
KapahulusaferA vibrant neighborhood known for its eateries and local shops, generally 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).
Worry about being mugged or robbed is moderate, with violent crime seen as a local problem by some residents.
After dark, be most careful around Kalihi, Waikiki, Downtown Honolulu, Makiki. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Honolulu is a safe destination for travelers, with normal precautions advised. Honolulu ranks well for safety, with low rates of violent crime and terrorism. While property crime is a concern, and feeling safe at night is lower than during the day, official advisories recommend normal security precautions. (Assessed 13 October 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Honolulu 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 Kalihi as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
Honolulu ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 75/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
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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