Is Park City safe?
Very safe from crime. Skiing injuries, altitude and winter driving are bigger risks than anything on the street.
Key facts
- SoloSquare safety rating: 5/5, very safe.
- Homicide rate in United States: 5.8 per 100,000 people (2023, UNODC via World Bank).
- Road deaths in United States: 12.7 per 100,000 people a year (2019, WHO).
- Emergency numbers: Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911.
Safety in Park City at a glance
| What to expect | |
|---|---|
| Overall | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Crime | Very low crime; occasional theft from cars and condos, bike theft, and drunken disputes on Main Street late at night. |
| At night | Quiet and safe; Main Street bars stay lively until about 1–2 am. Free buses and taxis run late in season. |
| Solo women | Very comfortable for solo women. Usual care with drinks and ski-slope hazards. |
| Other risks | Altitude sickness at 2,100 m; Avalanches outside ski areas; Winter road closures and ice |
Scams, areas and local laws
Common scams
- Fake vacation-rental listings asking for deposits via wire
- Timeshare presentations offering free lift tickets
Take care
- Ski runs in poor visibility: collisions and avalanche terrain
- Winter driving on I-80 and Route 224 in storms
- Altitude of 2,100 m: drink water, go slow the first days
Calmer areas to stay
Laws visitors break by accident
- Drinking age is 21 everywhere; bars and shops check ID, so carry your passport.
- Open alcohol containers in public and in cars are illegal in most places.
- Cannabis is legal in some states but federally illegal; never carry it across borders or onto federal land.
How Park City compares in United States
| Place | Safety |
|---|---|
| Sedona | 5/5 · Very safe |
| Park City | 5/5 · Very safe |
| New York City | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Las Vegas | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Orlando | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Honolulu | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Boston | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| San Diego | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Maui | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Nashville | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Austin | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Miami Beach | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Key West | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Denver | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Portland | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| San Antonio | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Charleston | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Savannah | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Fort Lauderdale | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Kauai | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Big Island | 4/5 · Safe with normal care |
| Los Angeles | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Miami | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| San Francisco | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Washington, D.C. | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Chicago | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| New Orleans | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Seattle | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Philadelphia | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
| Atlanta | 3/5 · Take real precautions |
Quick answers
Is Park City safe for solo female travelers?
Very comfortable for solo women. Usual care with drinks and ski-slope hazards.
Is Park City safe at night?
Quiet and safe; Main Street bars stay lively until about 1–2 am. Free buses and taxis run late in season.
What is the crime rate in Park City?
Very low crime; occasional theft from cars and condos, bike theft, and drunken disputes on Main Street late at night. Nationally, United States records 5.8 homicides per 100,000 people a year (2023).
What number do I call in an emergency in Park City?
Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · All emergencies 911.
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Sources
- Park City Transit
- UTA (Utah Transit Authority)
- Visit Park City
- Salt Lake City International Airport
- World Bank: intentional homicides (UNODC)
- World Bank: road traffic deaths (WHO)
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