Last update: April 5, 2026
Updated dailyPuerto Rico
6 6.3 out of 10
Safety Score
Generally safe
+0.0 vs 7 days ago
Last updated: April 5, 2026 39% data coverage
Puerto Rico has a safety score of 6.3/10 as of April 5, 2026, rated as Moderate risk. The biggest concern is governance (4.6/10), while the strongest area is environment (9.3/10). This score is calculated daily from 4+ independent public sources.
Puerto Rico has a travel safety score of 6.3/10, ranking 149th out of 248 countries globally. This classifies it as a Moderate risk destination. The strongest category is Environment (9.3/10) while the main area of concern is Governance (4.6/10). Data is sourced from 4+ public databases and government advisories, updated daily.
What are the safety risk areas?
Governance 4.6/10
Health 5.0/10
Crime 6.0/10
Conflict 6.1/10
Environment 9.3/10
What do governments say?
Sources (3)
How does Puerto Rico compare to nearby countries?
| Country | Score | Conflict | Crime | Health | Governance | Environment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| British Indian Ocean Territory | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Saint Martin | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Pitcairn | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Svalbard and Jan Mayen | 9.9 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Puerto Rico | 6.3 | 6.1 | 6.0 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to travel to Puerto Rico in 2026?
Puerto Rico has a safety score of 6.3/10, classified as Moderate risk.
This score is updated daily using data from 4+ public sources including government advisories, health data, and conflict indicators.
What is the biggest risk when traveling to Puerto Rico?
The area of greatest concern for Puerto Rico is governance, with a score of 4.6/10.
Travelers should pay particular attention to this aspect when planning their trip. Check the full pillar breakdown on this page for detailed insights.
Do I need travel insurance for Puerto Rico?
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip, including visits to Puerto Rico. A comprehensive policy should cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and evacuation.
This is especially important given that health-related risks can change rapidly.
Where does the data come from?
- advisoriesFresh
Travel advisories from 37 governments worldwide including US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, Netherlands, Japan, Slovakia, France, New Zealand, Ireland, Finland, Hong Kong, Brazil, Austria, Philippines, Belgium, Denmark, Singapore, Romania, Serbia, Estonia, Croatia, Argentina, Italy, Spain, South Korea, Taiwan, China, India, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Poland, Czech Republic, Hungary, and Portugal
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World Bank Development Indicators -- governance, health, and environment data
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What are the safety risk areas? — Detail
Governance 4.6/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 67%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| wb gov effectiveness | 4.2/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
| wb corruption control | 5.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Health 5.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 0%
Crime 6.0/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 100%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| wb rule of law | 6.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Conflict 6.1/10 · Moderate · Coverage: 10%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| advisory level ca | 10.0/10 | advisories_ca | 2026 |
| advisory level nl | 6.7/10 | advisories_nl | 2026 |
| advisory level ie | 10.0/10 | advisories_ie | 2026 |
| wb political stability | 6.0/10 | worldbank | 2023 |
Environment 9.3/10 · Low · Coverage: 20%
| Indicators | Value | Source | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| wb air pollution | 9.3/10 | worldbank | 2020 |