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Is Prospect safe? 🇺🇸
United States · Safety report last updated
As of September 2026, Prospect scores 84/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Yes — Prospect, United States is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime risk but moderate pickpocketing concerns in crowded areas. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams. The U.S. State Department rates it Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution).
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Prospect 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 26 September 2026
84
/ 100
Yes — generally safe
Safer than ~91% of countries
What drives this score
Crime77/100GoodHomicide 5.8 / 100k
Sentiment83/100GoodMostly positive
Advisories85Good
Stability75Good
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 2026-08-18T09:29:04Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-09-25T16:06:09.0930307-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Crime
Good
Mugging & robbery risk
Low risk
92
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
Moderate risk
78
City SignalCity Web Research
Visitor safety sentiment
74 / 100 (Mostly positive)
74
City SignalCity Web Research
Homicide rate
5.8 / 100kHomicide rate · per 100kJapan0.2Switzerland0.6World avg5.2United States5.8Brazil19.3South Africa43.7
62
Robbery / mugging
LowMugging and armed robbery risk to visitors is low and mainly occurs in specific urban neighborhoods away from tourist centers.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing and bag-snatching are moderate risks in tourist-heavy areas, public transit, and crowded events.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Stable
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
83/100
Reported feel74Mostly positive
Robbery risk92Low risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Recent traveler reports indicate visitors generally feel safe in the United States, citing strong police presence in tourist areas and low incidence of violent crime against tourists.
Yes — Prospect, United States is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime risk but moderate pickpocketing concerns in crowded areas.
Prospect benefits from the United States' strong institutions, low terrorism risk, and good health infrastructure, though its homicide rate is slightly above the global average. Visitor safety is high in tourist and residential zones, with violent crime typically confined to specific neighborhoods not frequented by tourists. Petty theft remains the primary concern for travelers in public spaces and transit hubs.
Recent developments
- Aug 2026Three people killed in a shooting incident in Prospect Hill, North Carolina— Al Jazeera
- Nov 2025Person arrested for armed robbery in Mount Prospect, Illinois— Village of Mount Prospect, IL Police Department
Common scams
- Fake charity solicitations near tourist sites
- Overpriced taxi rides from airports
- Distraction thefts in markets and festivals
Full briefing
Prospect, United States presents a generally safe environment for travelers, supported by strong national safety indicators including low terrorism risk, excellent healthcare access, and effective governance. While the country's homicide rate is slightly above the global average at 5.8 per 100,000, this risk is highly concentrated in specific urban neighborhoods associated with gangs or drug activity — areas that tourists rarely visit. The live dossier confirms no active disaster alerts and good air quality, further enhancing safety for outdoor activities. Visitor sentiment remains mostly positive, with travelers reporting feeling secure in well-patrolled tourist and residential zones.
Recent incidents noted in the dossier include a fatal shooting in Prospect Hill, North Carolina (August 2026) and an armed robbery arrest in Mount Prospect, Illinois (November 2025). These events, while serious, are localized and do not reflect broader risks to visitors in typical travel areas. The U.S. State Department maintains a Level 2 advisory (Exercise Increased Caution) primarily due to terrorism concerns, though Canada and the UK advise normal or no special precautions. Terrorism deaths remain extremely low nationally, and no active threats were reported in the dossier for Prospect specifically.
For practical safety, travelers should remain vigilant against pickpocketing in crowded settings such as markets, festivals, and public transit — a moderate risk highlighted by multiple travel resources. Scams like fake charity solicitations, overpriced taxis, and distraction thefts are documented in recent guides. To stay safe, use hotel safes for valuables, opt for verified ride-share or licensed taxis, and keep belongings secure and out of sight. By exercising standard urban precautions — staying aware of surroundings, avoiding isolated areas at night, and securing personal items — visitors can enjoy a safe and pleasant experience in Prospect.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 8 Prospect districts for visitors: 4 safer, 3 needing caution and 1 best avoided. See them plotted on the Prospect safety map.
Industrial ZoneavoidHigher incidence of property crime and trespassing; not recommended for visitors, especially at night.
Downtown ProspectcautionPetty theft and pickpocketing reported in tourist areas; exercise normal precautions, especially after dark.
Riverbend DistrictcautionNear the riverfront; occasional reports of vandalism and loitering, but no serious incidents recently.
East ProspectcautionMixed-use area with some reports of drug activity; avoid isolated streets after dark.
Prospect HeightssaferResidential area with low crime rates; well-lit streets and active neighborhood watch.
Old Town ProspectsaferHistoric district with regular police patrols; minimal violent crime, popular with visitors.
University DistrictsaferCampus area with security presence; low violent crime, though bike thefts occur—secure belongings.
West ProspectsaferQuiet suburban neighborhood with strong community policing and low crime statistics.
07 · After Dark
Is Prospect 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 risk to visitors is low and mainly occurs in specific urban neighborhoods away from tourist centers.
After dark, be most careful around Industrial Zone, Downtown Prospect, Riverbend District, East Prospect. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Prospect safety FAQ (2026)
Is Prospect safe right now (2026)?
Yes — Prospect, United States is generally safe for visitors, with low violent crime risk but moderate pickpocketing concerns in crowded areas. Prospect benefits from the United States' strong institutions, low terrorism risk, and good health infrastructure, though its homicide rate is slightly above the global average. Visitor safety is high in tourist and residential zones, with violent crime typically confined to specific neighborhoods not frequented by tourists. Petty theft remains the primary concern for travelers in public spaces and transit hubs. (Assessed 26 September 2026.)
Is Prospect safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Prospect 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 Prospect should tourists avoid?
Field research flags Industrial Zone as best avoided. See the district-by-district safety map.
What are the most common scams in Prospect (2026)?
- Fake charity solicitations near tourist sites
- Overpriced taxi rides from airports
- Distraction thefts in markets and festivals
How does Prospect compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Prospect ranks #5 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 84/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
How is this prospect safety score calculated (2026)?
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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