San Francisco Among Safest Cities Globally Amid Safety Disputes

Several recent studies and reports highlight certain U.S. cities as among the safest for residents and travelers in 2025. San Francisco was ranked 15th among the safest cities globally for travelers by Berkshire Hathaway Travel Protection, noted for its safety despite challenges like homelessness and petty crime, and was one of only two U.S. cities on the list alongside Honolulu. Grand Rapids, Michigan, was named one of America's 100 safest cities by WalletHub, with strengths in low crime, financial security, and effective city management. San Jose, California, ranked as the safest major U.S. city by SmartAsset, excelling in low violent and property crime rates as well as financial stability for residents. Yonkers, New York, secured a spot in WalletHub's top five safest U.S. cities, notable for community safety and low risks of natural disasters. The reports collectively emphasize a broader understanding of safety encompassing crime rates, financial security, and disaster preparedness, with some cities also actively addressing ongoing public safety concerns and federal interventions.