Archive · 17 Nov 2025
US Solo Travel Safety: New Mexico Most Risky, Massachusetts Safest
A new study helps solo travelers choose safe places to visit.
New Mexico is the riskiest because it has long roads with no help and more accidents and crime.
Massachusetts is the safest because it has less crime and good ways to get help quickly.
Other states like Arkansas and Tennessee can be tricky outside of their big cities.
This information helps solo travelers know where to go and what to be careful about to stay safe on their trips.
A new study by Silver Law Firm ranks US states by safety for solo travelers.
New Mexico is the most dangerous state due to high crime rates, accident rates, and lack of accessible help in rural areas.
Massachusetts is the safest state, citing low crime, good emergency access, and reliable transportation networks.
Arkansas and Tennessee are also listed as risky, particularly outside of major tourist cities.
76% of millennials and Gen Z plan solo trips in 2026, with the solo travel market valued at over $500 billion.
- Who
- Silver Law Firm, Millennials and Gen Z travelers
- What
- A study ranking US states by solo travel safety
- When
- Data analyzed for a recent study, with 76% of millennials and Gen Z planning solo trips in 2026
- Where
- United States
- Why
- To identify the safest and riskiest states for individuals traveling alone.
- Millennial & Gen Z Solo Travel Plans
- 76% plan to travel alone in 2026
- Solo Travel Market Value
- $500 billion+
- Study Methodology
- Uses FBI, transportation, and emergency access data
- Most Dangerous State
- New Mexico (0.00 safety score)
- Safest State
- Massachusetts (100.00 safety score)