{"license":"CC BY 4.0 — attribution: IsMyTripSafe.com","source":"https://ismytripsafe.com/united-states/tenderloin","updatedAt":"2026-11-04T01:01:30.214Z","place":{"city":"Tenderloin","country":"United States","countryCode":"US","lat":37.78394,"lon":-122.41744},"safety":{"score":49,"level":"MODERATE","answer":"Mostly — take normal precautions","saferThanPctOfCountries":39,"confidence":0.82,"caps":[],"databaseScore":55,"travellerSentiment":{"score":34,"label":"Very Negative","summary":"Traveler reports and local news indicate a strong sentiment that the Tenderloin is unsafe and should be avoided, with descriptions of dangerous conditions day and night.","weightInScore":0.18,"components":[{"label":"Reported feel","score":20,"weight":0.35},{"label":"Robbery risk","score":34,"weight":0.45},{"label":"Pickpocket risk","score":58,"weight":0.2}]},"categories":[{"key":"crime","label":"Crime","score":43,"tier":1},{"key":"sentiment","label":"Traveller 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While some local initiatives aim for improvement, current conditions strongly suggest avoidance for personal safety.","robberyRisk":{"level":"High","note":"While specific robbery rates for Tenderloin are not detailed, the general crime profile of the area suggests a high risk of mugging and opportunistic theft."},"pickpocketRisk":{"level":"High","note":"Crowded areas and the general atmosphere of the Tenderloin present a high risk for pickpocketing and bag-snatching."},"safeAreas":["Union Square","Nob Hill","Chinatown"],"avoidAreas":["Tenderloin (highest crime rates, open drug markets)","Civic Center (spillover issues from Tenderloin, avoid at night)"],"scams":["Aggressive requests for money from individuals experiencing homelessness","Potential for petty theft in crowded areas"],"zones":[{"name":"Tenderloin","level":"avoid","note":"High crime rates, open drug markets, and dangerous conditions make this neighborhood unsafe for visitors."},{"name":"Civic Center","level":"caution","note":"Adjacent to Tenderloin, this area can experience spillover issues and is best avoided at night."},{"name":"Mid-Market","level":"caution","note":"While seeing some revitalization, this area borders the Tenderloin and requires vigilance, especially after dark."},{"name":"South of Market (SoMa)","level":"caution","note":"Generally safer, but parts can be affected by issues from neighboring Tenderloin and Civic Center; be aware of surroundings."},{"name":"Union Square","level":"safe","note":"A major tourist hub, generally safe with increased police presence, but be mindful of pickpockets."},{"name":"Nob Hill","level":"safe","note":"An affluent and generally safe residential area with good views."},{"name":"Chinatown","level":"safe","note":"A vibrant and generally safe tourist area, though can be crowded, increasing pickpocket risk."}]}}