Micronesia Crime Rate & Safety
Homicide statistics, crime trends, and travel safety for Micronesia
US State Department Travel Advisory
Exercise Normal Precautions
Updated January 22, 2025
Micronesia recorded 0.9 intentional homicides per 100,000 people in 2019, a rate that is among the lowest in the world. That places Micronesia #156 of 195 countries by homicide rate, compared with the Oceania average of 5.9 per 100,000 and a world average of 5.2. For travelers, the US State Department currently rates Micronesia at Level 1 of 4: Exercise Normal Precautions.
Homicide Rate
0.9 /100k
Safety Rank
#40 of 195
Travel Advisory
Level 1 of 4
Data Year
2019
Homicide Rate Trend (2019-2019)
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people. Source: UNODC via World Bank.
How Micronesia Compares
Intentional homicides per 100,000 people, latest available year per country.
Safety for Travelers
Summary of the current US State Department advisory for Micronesia:
Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Read the country information page for additional information on travel to the FSM. If you decide to travel to the FSM: Monitor available local news reports and be prepared to adjust your plans. The FSM has a limited media environment, so breaking news may only be available via social media or word of mouth. Visit the FSM government website if appropriate for non-health conditions.
Level 1
Exercise Normal Precautions
Level 2
Exercise Increased Caution
Level 3
Reconsider Travel
Level 4
Do Not Travel
Safety Guidance for Micronesia
Practical safety information for visitors, from US State Department country information (last updated May 30, 2025).
Crime
Petty theft, physical and sexual assaults, and other violent crimes occur in the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). Outside of city limits, local residents may wield various weapons as a form of intimidation. Crime rates are significantly higher in Chuuk, and incidents in Chuuk have included assaults on U.S. citizens. Visitors to Chuuk should stay on public roads and in public venues and consider limiting travel at night. Crime increases at night, and alcohol usually plays a role, especially in assaults. Sexual assaults do occur in the FSM. You may report any sexual assault to the local police and the U.S. Embassy. Do not attempt to intervene in disputes between local citizens. Local police do not possess the resources to fully investigate crimes, particularly in cases involving burglary. To remain safe: Exercise normal precautions at all times.
Scams
Review the Department of State ' s Protecting Yourself from Scams and the FBI pages for information.
Victims of Crime
Report crimes to the local police by dialing 911 and contact the U.S. Embassy at 320-2187. Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime. See our webpage on help for U.S. victims of crime overseas . We can: Help you find appropriate medical care. Assist you in reporting a crime to the police. Contact relatives or friends with your written consent. Provide general information regarding the victim’s role during the local investigation and following its conclusion. Provide a list of local attorneys. We do not endorse or recommend any specific attorneys. Provide information on victims compensation programs in the U.S. . Provide an emergency loan for repatriation to the United States and/or limited medical support in cases of destitution. Help you find accommodation and arrange flights home. Replace a stolen or lost passport.
Tourism
The tourism industry is unevenly regulated, and safety inspections for equipment and facilities do not commonly occur. Hazardous areas and activities are not always identified with appropriate signage, and staff may not be trained or certified by the host government or by recognized authorities in the field. In the event of an injury, appropriate medical treatment is typically available only in/near major cities. Divers should check on hyperbaric chamber functionality with a reputable international dive organization before diving in the FSM. First responders are generally unable to access areas outside of major cities and to provide urgent medical treatment. U.S. citizens are encouraged to purchase medical evacuation insurance . Review our webpage for more information on insurance providers for overseas coverage.
Domestic Violence
U.S. citizen victims of domestic violence are encouraged to contact the Embassy for assistance.
About This Data
Homicide figures are intentional homicides per 100,000 people, compiled by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and published by the World Bank (indicator VC.IHR.PSRC.P5). Homicide is the most reliably comparable crime statistic across countries because definitions of other offences (assault, theft, robbery) vary widely between national legal systems and reporting practices.
Travel advisory levels are issued by the US Department of State and updated continuously. They reflect risks to travelers including crime, terrorism, civil unrest, health, and natural disasters — not only crime rates. Countries report crime data with different lags; the most recent available year is shown for each metric.
Micronesia Population & Demographics
Population of 113,160, growth trends, economy, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Micronesia safe to visit?
The US State Department rates Micronesia at Level 1 of 4 (Exercise Normal Precautions). The homicide rate of 0.9 per 100,000 is among the lowest in the world.
What is the crime rate in Micronesia?
Micronesia has an intentional homicide rate of 0.9 per 100,000 people (2019, World Bank/UNODC), ranking #156 of 195 countries.
What is the US travel advisory level for Micronesia?
Micronesia is currently at Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions. Advisory levels range from Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) to Level 4 (Do Not Travel).
How does crime in Micronesia compare to other countries?
Micronesia's homicide rate of 0.9 per 100,000 is below the world average of 5.2 and below the Oceania average of 5.9.