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As of July 2026, Spokane scores 70/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — generally safe. Spokane is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks related to property crime and personal safety at night. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and robbery (moderate risk).
Safety Report
IsMyTripSafe.com
United States · Assessed 29 July 2026
70
/ 100
Safer than ~72% of countries
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 2026-07-23T16:13:06Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for United States: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
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 at 43/100, suggesting a moderate risk for visitors.
Pickpocketing
ModerateProperty crime is seen as a significant local problem (77/100), indicating a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching, especially in crowded areas.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
61/100
Locals report feeling unsafe walking alone at night (38/100) and express significant concern over property crime and drug activity, though daylight safety is rated higher.
Spokane is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks related to property crime and personal safety at night.
While official advisories are low-risk, local sentiment indicates concerns about property crime and feeling safe after dark. Travelers should be aware of potential drug-related issues in certain areas and exercise caution, particularly during nighttime hours.
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Full briefing
Spokane presents a mixed safety profile for travelers. While official government advisories from Canada and the UK recommend exercising normal security precautions, indicating no significant immediate threats, local sentiment and crime data suggest areas where visitors should be more cautious. The composite safety index is moderate, but specific concerns around property crime and nighttime safety are notable.
On the ground, travelers should be aware that property crime is considered a significant local problem, rating 77 out of 100 on the Numbeo index. This suggests a moderate risk of pickpocketing and bag-snatching, particularly in busy areas. While feeling safe walking alone in daylight is rated relatively well, the concern about being mugged or robbed is moderate (43/100), and the feeling of safety when walking alone at night is significantly lower (38/100). Drug dealing or use is also perceived as a major local issue (80/100), which can sometimes be associated with increased petty crime or undesirable encounters.
Recent news indicates some localized civil unrest and protests, particularly concerning ICE activities, which have led to arrests and trials. While these events are generally contained, travelers should remain aware of their surroundings and avoid large demonstrations. Additionally, there have been reports of international sports teams facing travel complications in the broader region, highlighting the importance of verifying travel arrangements. Wildfire alerts are active in the region, though currently categorized as green (low risk), travelers should monitor air quality reports, especially during warmer months.
To ensure a safe visit, travelers are advised to keep valuables secure and out of sight, be particularly vigilant after dark, and avoid displaying signs of wealth. It is also prudent to be aware of your surroundings, especially in areas where drug activity may be more visible. Staying informed about local conditions, including air quality advisories, is recommended. While Spokane is generally safe for visitors, a heightened awareness of personal security, especially concerning property and nighttime safety, will contribute to a more secure experience.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 6 Spokane districts for visitors: 2 safer, 4 needing caution. See them plotted on the Spokane safety map.
Downtown SpokanecautionHigher risk of property crime and drug activity; be aware of surroundings, especially at night.
HillyardcautionRecent reports of protests and signs sparking local unrest; exercise awareness.
West CentralcautionHigher crime rates reported; usual precautions for urban areas apply.
East SpokanecautionSome areas may experience higher crime rates; stay alert.
South HillsaferGenerally considered a safer residential area.
North SpokanesaferLargely residential and commercial areas with lower reported crime.
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 at 43/100, suggesting a moderate risk for visitors.
After dark, be most careful around Downtown Spokane, Hillyard, West Central, East Spokane. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Trip Profiles
Who's travelling changes which risks matter. These re-weight Spokane's category data for common trip types — same data, different emphasis. Run your own profile from the interactive checker.
09 · Questions
Spokane is a moderately safe city for travelers, with most risks related to property crime and personal safety at night. While official advisories are low-risk, local sentiment indicates concerns about property crime and feeling safe after dark. Travelers should be aware of potential drug-related issues in certain areas and exercise caution, particularly during nighttime hours. (Assessed 29 July 2026.)
Areas with high reported drug activity or property crime should be approached with caution, especially after dark.. See the district-by-district safety map.
Spokane ranks #9 of 9 United States destinations we've assessed, scoring 70/100. See the United States safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 11+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry 82% of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries 18%. Full methodology.
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