Is Cabo San Lucas Safe? Here’s the Truth You Need to Know!

If you’ve heard whispers that Cabo “isn’t safe anymore,” you’re not alone — but you may not be getting the full picture.

At a time when headlines often highlight isolated incidents or sensationalize crime in Mexico, it’s easy to get the wrong idea. The reality? Cabo San Lucas remains one of the safest and most secure destinations in Mexico, and often far safer than many U.S. and Canadian cities.



Let’s look at the facts.

We’re Tony & Chris with Remexico Real Estate, and we don’t just sell homes here — we live here. We walk the streets, eat at the restaurants, go to the beach with our families, and call this place home.

Yes, you should always be aware of your surroundings, no matter where you are in the world. But if you’re comparing Cabo to major North American cities, Cabo often comes out ahead when it comes to peace of mind, community trust, and day-to-day safety.


Cabo Is Safe — And Getting Safer

In recent years, Los Cabos has invested in:

• Advanced surveillance and rapid-response systems
• Stronger policing and checkpoints
• Community education and prevention programs
• Partnerships with U.S. and Canadian security advisors

The results speak for themselves — rising tourism, growing expat communities, and continued real estate investment.

What About Violence?

Yes — violence exists in parts of Mexico. But here’s the key:
Cabo is not a battleground.
The government has made it a top priority to keep the region safe, especially since Cabo is a critical tourism hub. Any crime that has occurred here has overwhelmingly been targeted and outside the public eye, not affecting day-to-day life, visitors, or real estate owners.

What Do Locals and Expats Say?

Ask anyone who lives here, and you’ll hear a common response: “I feel safer here than I did back home.”

Expats and full-time residents enjoy:

• Walking around town day or night
• Sending kids to local or international schools
• Going out to restaurants, bars, and beaches without issue

The community here is tight-knit, and people look out for each other — something that often feels missing in big cities back home.

Is it perfect? Of course not. However, compared to many big cities in the U.S. or Canada, Cabo feels like a haven of peace.

If you’re thinking about visiting, buying, or making a move, we’re here to give it to you straight.

DM us anytime.
Tony Comerford: ‪+1 (206) 355‑1081‬
Chris Ellis: +1 (206) 355-0636
@RemexicoRealEstate