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Is Ohio safe? 🇺🇸
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Ohio 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 30 October 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime68/100FairCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment65/100FairModerate confidence
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health81Good
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 2026-10-30T16:55:54Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-10-15T08:53:58.290000-04:00
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
60 / 100 (Moderate confidence)
60
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
0k residents
94
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 primarily in urban areas after dark, especially in certain neighborhoods of major cities.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are common in crowded tourist areas, public transit, and major event venues.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Moderate confidence
65/100
Reported feel60Moderate confidence
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Approximately 60% of residents report feeling safe walking alone after dark, indicating moderate confidence in personal safety during evening hours.
Ohio is generally safe for travelers, with risks primarily related to weather and traffic.
While Ohio has a lower violent crime rate than the US average, travelers should be aware of potential crime in urban areas and exercise caution during inclement weather. Official advisories suggest exercising normal to increased caution.
Recent developments
- Oct 2026Domestic violence was noted as the 'most prevalent violent crime in Ohio' as the state boosts funding.— Ohio Capital Journal
- Oct 2026A political rally saw an incident where a protester was punched.— The New York Times
- Jun 2026A violent crime reduction operation in Cleveland resulted in felony arrests and illegal firearm recoveries.— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine (.gov)
- Aug 2026Operation Northern Shield, an initiative to combat violent crime in Northeast Ohio, was highlighted.— Cleveland 19 News
Common scams
- Travel scams and fraud, particularly during summer planning.
- Pickpocketing in crowded urban areas and tourist spots.
- Theft from unattended vehicles.
Full briefing
Ohio is generally a safe destination, with official advisories ranging from exercising normal security precautions to exercising increased caution. The state's violent crime rate is below the national average, but travelers should be aware of specific risks.
Recent reports highlight domestic violence as a prevalent issue in Ohio, and law enforcement operations continue to address violent crime, particularly in urban centers like Cleveland. While major tourist areas are generally well-policed, mugging and armed robbery can occur in urban areas after dark, and pickpocketing is a concern in crowded tourist spots and public transit. Approximately 60% of residents feel safe walking alone after dark, suggesting a moderate level of public confidence in personal safety.
Travelers should prioritize safety by being aware of their surroundings, especially in cities like Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Columbus, where some neighborhoods have higher crime rates. Planning routes to avoid these areas and using reputable transportation services are recommended. The dossier also notes a risk of travel scams and fraud, particularly during summer planning, and theft from unattended vehicles.
Beyond crime, winter weather poses a significant risk in Ohio. Travelers should stay informed about traffic alerts and drive cautiously during inclement weather. The CDC also lists global health notices for Polio, Dengue, and Measles, which travelers should review for relevant precautions.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Ohio districts for visitors, 6 needing caution and 2 best avoided. See them plotted on the Ohio safety map.
ChillicotheavoidCrime rates are significantly higher than other areas in the state.
CantonavoidCrime rates are significantly higher than other areas in the state.
Downtown ClevelandcautionHigher crime rates reported, especially after dark. Be aware of surroundings.
Downtown ColumbuscautionSome areas experience higher crime rates; exercise caution, especially at night.
Downtown CincinnaticautionCertain neighborhoods have higher crime rates; stay alert and avoid less-traveled areas after dark.
University District (Columbus)cautionCan experience petty crime and theft due to high student population and nightlife.
AkroncautionReports indicate varying crime levels; research specific neighborhoods before visiting.
DaytoncautionHas been cited for higher crime rates; stay aware of your surroundings.
07 · After Dark
Is Ohio 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 primarily in urban areas after dark, especially in certain neighborhoods of major cities.
After dark, be most careful around Chillicothe, Canton, Downtown Cleveland, Downtown Columbus. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Ohio safety FAQ (2026)
Is Ohio safe right now (2026)?
Ohio is generally safe for travelers, with risks primarily related to weather and traffic. While Ohio has a lower violent crime rate than the US average, travelers should be aware of potential crime in urban areas and exercise caution during inclement weather. Official advisories suggest exercising normal to increased caution. (Assessed 30 October 2026.)
Is Ohio safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Ohio 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 Ohio should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Chillicothe, Canton as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Ohio (2026)?
- Travel scams and fraud, particularly during summer planning.
- Pickpocketing in crowded urban areas and tourist spots.
- Theft from unattended vehicles.
How does Ohio compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Ohio 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 ohio safety score calculated (2026)?
The score blends 12+ 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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