09/07/2025
Padayon Davao!
𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒, 𝐃𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐰𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐨𝐬!
Davao City ranked second safest city in the Philippines with a safety score of 80.73 percent, according to the World Travel Index (WTI) report.
The report is based on the perceptions of both Dabawenyos and visitors alike on the safety and security of the city.
In terms of safety during the day, the city earned a score of 89.12, while it earned a score of 83.96 for safety at night. The city also earned a score of 77.13 for being theft-free, 72.57 for being drug-free, and a score of 80.89 for being violence-free.
Globally, Davao City ranked 1,132 after Dumaguete City that is at 1,097 with a safety score of 81.36.
According to the index report, the following cities ranked highest in safety based on their overall safety ratings:
1. Dumaguete – 81.36
2. Davao City – 80.73
3. Bulacan – 76.42
4. Balanga – 76.15
5. Lucena – 75.24
6. Naga – 75.02
7. Baguio – 73.99
8. Puerto Princesa – 71.46
9. Legazpi City – 71.34
10. Makati City – 70.41
