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Is Wahiawa safe? 🇺🇸
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Wahiawa 🇺🇸
United States · Assessed 29 October 2026
74
/ 100
What drives this score
Crime68/100FairCrime index 49.2 / 100
Sentiment65/100FairMixed
Advisories85Good
Stability72Good
Health79Good
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 2026-10-07T10:48:24Z
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 (Mixed)
60
City SignalCity Web Research
Urban scale factor
18k 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
ModerateWhile specific robbery statistics for Wahiawa are not detailed, the US homicide rate is higher than in many European countries, and recent incidents include fatal stabbings and a fatal collision following a robbery.
Pickpocketing
ModerateCrowded tourist areas are potential hotspots for pickpocketing and bag-snatching, though specific hotspots in Wahiawa are not detailed.
03 · Environment
Health & Air
Good
04 · Institutions
Stability
Good
05 · Field Research
Current Situation
Moderate
Traveller sentiment score
Mixed
65/100
Reported feel60Mixed
Robbery risk62Moderate risk
Pickpocket risk78Moderate risk
Visitor surveys for Hawaii generally indicate high satisfaction with safety, but specific incidents in Wahiawa, such as recent violent crimes and scam reports, warrant caution.
Wahiawa presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring increased caution.
While Hawaii is generally safe, Wahiawa experiences a higher crime rate than many tourist areas, with specific concerns around violent crime and scams. Recent flooding events also pose a significant environmental hazard.
Recent developments
- Jun 2026One suspect arrested, another sought in a fatal stabbing in Wahiawa.— KITV
- Mar 2026Thousands were told to evacuate due to the potential failure of the 120-year-old Wahiawa Dam, with heavy rain and flooding threats.— PBS
- Aug 2025A 23-year-old man was killed at a military installation in Wahiawa.— Honolulu Star-Advertiser
- Oct 2024HPD arrested a 19-year-old man for attempted murder in Wahiawa.— KITV
Common scams
- Timeshare scams involving fake activity discounts, restaurant vouchers, or tour packages.
- Telemarketing scams, particularly targeting seniors.
- Scam reports in Wahiawa have been noted by the Better Business Bureau.
Full briefing
Wahiawa faces moderate safety risks, with recent incidents highlighting concerns around violent crime and significant environmental hazards. The town has seen fatal stabbings and an attempted murder arrest, indicating a level of violent crime that warrants attention. Furthermore, the area experienced a serious flooding threat in March 2026 due to the Wahiawa Dam, leading to evacuation orders, underscoring the importance of heeding local weather advisories.
While official advisories for the United States are generally low, the U.S. State Department advises increased caution. Wahiawa has also been cited for a moderate number of scam reports by the Better Business Bureau in recent months, with common tourist scams in Hawaii including timeshare schemes and fake tour packages. Travelers should remain vigilant against these and telemarketing fraud.
Given these factors, travelers should exercise increased caution, particularly at night or in less populated areas. It is advisable to avoid displaying valuables and to be aware of your surroundings. Always monitor local news and weather reports for any developing situations, especially concerning potential flooding or dam safety, and follow any official instructions or evacuation orders promptly.
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06 · Neighbourhoods
Safest areas and areas to avoid
Our field research rated 5 Wahiawa districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Wahiawa safety map.
Wahiawa Town CentercautionModerate risk of petty crime and scams; exercise caution, especially after dark.
CrestviewcautionResidential area with some reports of property crime; stay aware of surroundings.
Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Pacific (NC“TAMS PAC)saferMilitary installation, generally secure with controlled access.
Wahiawa EstatessaferPrimarily residential, with lower reported crime rates.
Kukaniloko Birthstones State MonumentsaferHistorical site, generally safe during daylight hours.
07 · After Dark
Is Wahiawa safe at night?
60% of people in United States say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2023).
While specific robbery statistics for Wahiawa are not detailed, the US homicide rate is higher than in many European countries, and recent incidents include fatal stabbings and a fatal collision following a robbery.
After dark, be most careful around Wahiawa Town Center, Crestview. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Wahiawa safety FAQ (2026)
Is Wahiawa safe right now (2026)?
Wahiawa presents a moderate safety risk for travelers, requiring increased caution. While Hawaii is generally safe, Wahiawa experiences a higher crime rate than many tourist areas, with specific concerns around violent crime and scams. Recent flooding events also pose a significant environmental hazard. (Assessed 29 October 2026.)
Is Wahiawa safe for women, families and solo travelers?
Safety is not one number, and this Wahiawa 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 Wahiawa should tourists avoid?
No districts were flagged as no-go areas for visitors at the last assessment.
What are the most common scams in Wahiawa (2026)?
- Timeshare scams involving fake activity discounts, restaurant vouchers, or tour packages.
- Telemarketing scams, particularly targeting seniors.
- Scam reports in Wahiawa have been noted by the Better Business Bureau.
How does Wahiawa compare with other places in United States (2026)?
Wahiawa 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 wahiawa 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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