STATISTICS
Gun violence exacts an enormous toll on American society—claiming tens of thousands of lives each year. The below statistics lay out the devastating scope of this uniquely American crisis.
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43,000 AMERICANS DIE FROM GUN VIOLENCE EVERY YEAR—AN AVERAGE OF more than 116 PER DAY1
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Source: CDC WONDER
Nearly every American will know at least one victim of gun violence in their lifetime.5
Over 1 million Americans have been shot in the past decade, and gun violence rates are rising across the country.6
In 2021, gun deaths reached their highest level in at least 40 years, with 48,830 deaths that year alone.7
Suicides, homicides, police shootings—gun violence takes many forms, often dictated by who and where you are.
Gun homicide has a disproportionate impact on underserved communities of color in American cities.
Roughly half of all gun homicides take place in just 127 cities comprising less than a quarter of the total US population.10
Black men make up 52% of all gun homicide victims in the US, despite comprising less than 6% of the population.11
UNARMED BLACK CIVILIANS ARE FIVE TIMES MORE LIKELY TO BE SHOT AND KILLED BY POLICE THAN UNARMED WHITE CIVILIANS.12
Domestic violence victims are five times more likely to be killed when their abuser has access to a gun.13
25 million US adults have been threatened or nonfatally injured by an intimate partner with a firearm. 14
Women in the United States are 21 times more likely to be killed with a gun than women in other high-income countries.15
3 million children are directly exposed to gun violence each year, resulting in death, injury, and lasting trauma.16
THE TOLL OF GUN VIOLENCE IS ENORMOUS AND HORRIFIC. WE NEED LEADERS WITH THE COURAGE TO FIGHT IT.
STATE BY STATE
America’s gun violence problem is felt in every corner of the nation, but different states across the country experience the crisis in very different ways.
ALABAMA
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 8 hours in Alabama.
1,090
gun deaths per year
4th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
22.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
alabama
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Alabama—68% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 552 people die by gun suicide in Alabama each year, representing 51% of all gun deaths.
An average of 552 people die by gun suicide in Alabama each year, representing 51% of all gun deaths.
alabama
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Alabama, 84% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 496 people are killed in gun homicides in Alabama each year, representing 45% of all gun deaths.
An average of 496 people are killed in gun homicides in Alabama each year, representing 45% of all gun deaths.
alabama
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
There is insufficient data to provide details about domestic violence and intimate partner homicides in Alabama.
The state’s law enforcement agencies do not submit information about victim–offender relationships in homicides to the FBI.
The state’s law enforcement agencies do not submit information about victim–offender relationships in homicides to the FBI.
alabama
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
There is insufficient data to provide details about domestic violence and intimate partner homicides in Alabama.
The state’s law enforcement agencies do not submit information about victim–offender relationships in homicides to the FBI.
The state’s law enforcement agencies do not submit information about victim–offender relationships in homicides to the FBI.
alabama
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Alabama.
From 2016 to 2020, 206 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Alabama.
From 2016 to 2020, 206 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Alabama.
alabama
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Alabama, Black people are 6.7 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Alabama are 3.4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Alabama are 3.4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
alabama
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Alabama’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Alabama’s gun laws in depth.
ALASKA
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Alaska.
173
gun deaths per year
1st
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
23.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Alaska
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Alaska—59% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 118 people die by gun suicide in Alaska each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.
An average of 118 people die by gun suicide in Alaska each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.
Alaska
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Alaska, 64% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 41 people are killed in gun homicides in Alaska each year, representing 24% of all gun deaths.
An average of 41 people are killed in gun homicides in Alaska each year, representing 24% of all gun deaths.
Alaska
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 38% of intimate partner homicides in Alaska.
From 2016 to 2020, 15 people in Alaska were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 93% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 15 people in Alaska were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 93% of those killed were female.
Alaska
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Alaska.
From 2016 to 2020, 62 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Alaska.
From 2016 to 2020, 62 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Alaska.
Alaska
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Alaska, Black people are 6 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
There is insufficient data to compare gun suicide across racial groups in Rhode Island. The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
There is insufficient data to compare gun suicide across racial groups in Rhode Island. The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Alaska
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Alaska’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Alaska’s gun laws in depth.
Arizona
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 8 hours in Arizona.
1,155
gun deaths per year
18th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Arizona
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Arizona—58% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 798 people die by gun suicide in Arizona each year, representing 69% of all gun deaths.
An average of 798 people die by gun suicide in Arizona each year, representing 69% of all gun deaths.
Arizona
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Arizona, 71% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 313 people are killed in gun homicides in Arizona each year, representing 27% of all gun deaths.
An average of 313 people are killed in gun homicides in Arizona each year, representing 27% of all gun deaths.
Arizona
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 66% of intimate partner homicides in Arizona.
From 2016 to 2020, 156 people in Arizona were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 69% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 156 people in Arizona were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 69% of those killed were female.
Arizona
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Arizona.
From 2016 to 2020, 208 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Arizona.
From 2016 to 2020, 208 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Arizona.
Arizona
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Arizona, Black people are 6.5 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Arizona are 2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Arizona are 2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Arizona
LEARN MORE
State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. ExploreArizona’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. ExploreArizona’s gun laws in depth.
Arkansas
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 15 hours in Arkansas.
596
gun deaths per year
8th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
19.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Arkansas
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Arkansas—62% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 355 people die by gun suicide in Arkansas each year, representing 59% of all gun deaths.
An average of 355 people die by gun suicide in Arkansas each year, representing 59% of all gun deaths.
Arkansas
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Arkansas, 74% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 212 people are killed in gun homicides in Arkansas each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
An average of 212 people are killed in gun homicides in Arkansas each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
Arkansas
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 54% of intimate partner homicides in Arkansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 65 people in Arkansas were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 80% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 65 people in Arkansas were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 80% of those killed were female.
Arkansas
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Arkansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 145 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Arkansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 145 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Arkansas.
Arkansas
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Arkansas, Black people are 8.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Arkansas are 2.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Arkansas are 2.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Arkansas
LEARN MORE
State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Arkansas’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Arkansas’s gun laws in depth.
California
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 hours in California.
3,160
gun deaths per year
44TH
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
7.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
California
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in California—37% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 1,594 people die by gun suicide in California each year, representing 50% of all gun deaths.
An average of 1,594 people die by gun suicide in California each year, representing 50% of all gun deaths.
California
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In California, 71% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 1,431 people are killed in gun homicides in California each year, representing 45% of all gun deaths.
An average of 1,431 people are killed in gun homicides in California each year, representing 45% of all gun deaths.
California
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 52% of intimate partner homicides in California.
From 2016 to 2020, 387 people in California were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 85% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 387 people in California were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 85% of those killed were female.
California
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in California.
From 2016 to 2020 582 children under 18 were killed with a gun in California.
From 2016 to 2020 582 children under 18 were killed with a gun in California.
California
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In California, Black people are 11.1 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in California are 2.3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in California are 2.3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
California–Gun Death Rates by Race
Use the dropdown menu to see how rates vary by intent.
California
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore California’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore California’s gun laws in depth.
Colorado
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 10 hours in Colorado.
850
gun deaths per year
21St
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
14.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Colorado
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Colorado—51% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 633 people die by gun suicide in Colorado each year, representing 75% of all gun deaths.
An average of 633 people die by gun suicide in Colorado each year, representing 75% of all gun deaths.
Colorado
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Colorado, 68% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 182 people are killed in gun homicides in Colorado each year, representing 21% of all gun deaths.
An average of 182 people are killed in gun homicides in Colorado each year, representing 21% of all gun deaths.
Colorado
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 56% of intimate partner homicides in Colorado.
From 2016 to 2020, 84 people in Colorado were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 84 people in Colorado were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
Colorado
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Colorado.
From 2016 to 2020, 219 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Colorado.
From 2016 to 2020, 219 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Colorado.
Colorado
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Colorado, Black people are 8.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Colorado are 2.2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Colorado are 2.2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Colorado
LEARN MORE
State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Colorado’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Colorado’s gun laws in depth.
Connecticut
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Connecticut.
191
gun deaths per year
45th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
5.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Connecticut
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the second most common means of suicide in Connecticut—28% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 115 people die by gun suicide in Connecticut each year, representing 60% of all gun deaths.
An average of 115 people die by gun suicide in Connecticut each year, representing 60% of all gun deaths.
Connecticut
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Connecticut, 64% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 70 people are killed in gun homicides in Connecticut each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
An average of 70 people are killed in gun homicides in Connecticut each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
Connecticut
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 34% of intimate partner homicides in Connecticut.
From 2016 to 2020, 20 people in Connecticut were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 20 people in Connecticut were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
Connecticut
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the fourth-leading cause of death for children in Connecticut.
From 2016 to 2020, 29 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Connecticut.
From 2016 to 2020, 29 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Connecticut.
Connecticut
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Connecticut, Black people are 16.7 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Connecticut are 2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Connecticut are 2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Connecticut–Gun Death Rates by Race
Use the dropdown menu to see how rates vary by intent.
Connecticut
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Connecticut’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Connecticut’s gun laws in depth.
Delaware
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 days in Delaware.
111
gun deaths per year
35th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
11.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Delaware
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Delaware—48% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 55 people die by gun suicide in Delaware each year, representing 50% of all gun deaths.
An average of 55 people die by gun suicide in Delaware each year, representing 50% of all gun deaths.
Delaware
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Delaware, 83% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 54 people are killed in gun homicides in Delaware each year, representing 48% of all gun deaths.
An average of 54 people are killed in gun homicides in Delaware each year, representing 48% of all gun deaths.
Delaware
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 67% of intimate partner homicides in Delaware.
From 2016 to 2020, 14 people in Delaware were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 79% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 14 people in Delaware were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 79% of those killed were female.
Delaware
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second leading cause of death for children in Delaware.
From 2016 to 2020, 28 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Delaware.
From 2016 to 2020, 28 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Delaware.
Delaware
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Delaware, Black people are 13.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Delaware are 2.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Delaware are 2.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Delaware
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Delaware’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Delaware’s gun laws in depth.
Florida
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 hours in Florida.
2,849
gun deaths per year
26th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Florida
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Florida—53% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 1,760 people die by gun suicide in Florida each year, representing 62% of all gun deaths.
An average of 1,760 people die by gun suicide in Florida each year, representing 62% of all gun deaths.
Florida
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Florida, 76% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 1,031 people are killed in gun homicides in Florida each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
An average of 1,031 people are killed in gun homicides in Florida each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
Florida
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 60% of intimate partner homicides in Florida.
From 2016 to 2020, 328 people in Florida were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 82% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 328 people in Florida were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 82% of those killed were female.
Florida
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Florida.
From 2016 to 2060, 530 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Florida.
From 2016 to 2060, 530 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Florida.
Florida
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Florida, Black people are 6.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Florida are 3.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Florida are 3.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Florida
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Florida’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Florida’s gun laws in depth.
Georgia
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 5 hours in Georgia.
1,693
gun deaths per year
16th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
16.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Georgia
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Georgia—62% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 932 people die by gun suicide in Georgia each year, representing 55% of all gun deaths.
An average of 932 people die by gun suicide in Georgia each year, representing 55% of all gun deaths.
Georgia
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Georgia, 82% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 711 people are killed in gun homicides in Georgia each year, representing 42% of all gun deaths.
An average of 711 people are killed in gun homicides in Georgia each year, representing 42% of all gun deaths.
Georgia
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 63% of intimate partner homicides in Georgia.
From 2016 to 2020, 164 people in Georgia were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 72% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 164 people in Georgia were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 72% of those killed were female.
Georgia
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Georgia.
From 2016 to 2020, 404 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Georgia.
From 2016 to 2020, 404 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Georgia.
Georgia
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Georgia, Black people are 6.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Georgia are 2.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Georgia are 2.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Georgia
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Georgia’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Georgia’s gun laws in depth.
Hawaii
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 7 days in Hawaii.
55
gun deaths per year
49th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
3.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Hawaii
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the second most common means of suicide in Hawaii—17% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 34 people die by gun suicide in Hawaii each year, representing 61% of all gun deaths.
An average of 34 people die by gun suicide in Hawaii each year, representing 61% of all gun deaths.
Hawaii
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Hawaii, 39% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 14 people are killed in gun homicides in Hawaii each year, representing 26% of all gun deaths.
An average of 14 people are killed in gun homicides in Hawaii each year, representing 26% of all gun deaths.
Hawaii
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 25% of intimate partner homicides in Hawaii.
From 2016 to 2020, 6 people in Hawaii were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 6 people in Hawaii were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
Hawaii
KIDS & GUNS
There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Hawaii.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Hawaii
KIDS & GUNS
There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Hawaii.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Hawaii
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Hawaii.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Hawaii
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Hawaii.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Hawaii
LEARN MORE
State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Hawaii’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Hawaii’s gun laws in depth.
Idaho
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 32 hours in Idaho.
278
gun deaths per year
17th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Idaho
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Idaho—62% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 242 people die by gun suicide in Idaho each year, representing 87% of all gun deaths.
An average of 242 people die by gun suicide in Idaho each year, representing 87% of all gun deaths.
Idaho
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Idaho, 62% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 23 people are killed in gun homicides in Idaho each year, representing 8% of all gun deaths.
An average of 23 people are killed in gun homicides in Idaho each year, representing 8% of all gun deaths.
Idaho
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 68% of intimate partner homicides in Idaho.
From 2016 to 2020, 28 people in Idaho were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 96% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 28 people in Idaho were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 96% of those killed were female.
Idaho
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Idaho.
From 2016 to 2020, 68 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Idaho.
From 2016 to 2020, 68 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Idaho.
Idaho
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Idaho.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Idaho
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Idaho.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Idaho
LEARN MORE
State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Idaho’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Idaho’s gun laws in depth.
Illinois
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 6 hours in Illinois.
1,505
gun deaths per year
34th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
11.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Illinois
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Illinois—38% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 548 people die by gun suicide in Illinois each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
An average of 548 people die by gun suicide in Illinois each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
Illinois
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Illinois, 82% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 924 people are killed in gun homicides in Illinois each year, representing 61% of all gun deaths.
An average of 924 people are killed in gun homicides in Illinois each year, representing 61% of all gun deaths.
Illinois
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 46% of intimate partner homicides in Illinois.
From 2016 to 2020, 97 people in Illinois were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 87% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 97 people in Illinois were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 87% of those killed were female.
Illinois
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Illinois.
From 2016 to 2020, 496 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Illinois.
From 2016 to 2020, 496 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Illinois.
Illinois
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Illinois, Black people are 37.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Illinois are 1.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Illinois are 1.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Illinois
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Illinois’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Illinois’s gun laws in depth.
Indiana
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 9 hours in Indiana.
1,021
gun deaths per year
19th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Indiana
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Indiana—57% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 592 people die by gun suicide in Indiana each year, representing 58% of all gun deaths.
An average of 592 people die by gun suicide in Indiana each year, representing 58% of all gun deaths.
Indiana
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Indiana, 78% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 391 people are killed in gun homicides in Indiana each year, representing 38% of all gun deaths.
An average of 391 people are killed in gun homicides in Indiana each year, representing 38% of all gun deaths.
Indiana
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 58% of intimate partner homicides in Indiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 84 people in Indiana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 70% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 84 people in Indiana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 70% of those killed were female.
Indiana
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Indiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 256 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Indiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 256 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Indiana.
Indiana
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Indiana, Black people are 14.3 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Indiana are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Indiana are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Indiana
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Indiana’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Indiana’s gun laws in depth.
Iowa
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 29 hours in Iowa.
302
gun deaths per year
41st
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
9.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Iowa
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Iowa—47% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 235 people die by gun suicide in Iowa each year, representing 78% of all gun deaths.
An average of 235 people die by gun suicide in Iowa each year, representing 78% of all gun deaths.
Iowa
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Iowa, 62% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 56 people are killed in gun homicides in Iowa each year, representing 19% of all gun deaths.
An average of 56 people are killed in gun homicides in Iowa each year, representing 19% of all gun deaths.
Iowa
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 59% of intimate partner homicides in Iowa.
From 2016 to 2020, 26 people in Iowa were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 81% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 26 people in Iowa were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 81% of those killed were female.
Iowa
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Iowa.
From 2016 to 2020, 75 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Iowa.
From 2016 to 2020, 75 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Iowa.
Iowa
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Iowa, Black people are 15.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Iowa are 2.4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Iowa are 2.4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Iowa
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Iowa’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Iowa’s gun laws in depth.
Kansas
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 22 hours in Kansas.
434
gun deaths per year
20th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Kansas
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Kansas—55% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 294 people die by gun suicide in Kansas each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.
An average of 294 people die by gun suicide in Kansas each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.
Kansas
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Kansas, 77% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 126 people are killed in gun homicides in Kansas each year, representing 29% of all gun deaths.
An average of 126 people are killed in gun homicides in Kansas each year, representing 29% of all gun deaths.
Kansas
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 56% of intimate partner homicides in Kansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 33 people in Kansas were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 67% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 33 people in Kansas were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 67% of those killed were female.
Kansas
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Kansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 118 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Kansas.
From 2016 to 2020, 118 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Kansas.
Kansas
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Kansas, Black people are 9.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Kansas are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Kansas are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Kansas
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Kansas’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Kansas’s gun laws in depth.
Kentucky
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 11 hours in Kentucky.
770
gun deaths per year
14th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
17.1
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Kentucky
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Kentucky—63% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 487 people die by gun suicide in Kentucky each year, representing 63% of all gun deaths.
An average of 487 people die by gun suicide in Kentucky each year, representing 63% of all gun deaths.
Kentucky
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Kentucky, 79% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 242 people are killed in gun homicides in Kentucky each year, representing 31% of all gun deaths.
An average of 242 people are killed in gun homicides in Kentucky each year, representing 31% of all gun deaths.
Kentucky
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 69% of intimate partner homicides in Kentucky.
From 2016 to 2020, 92 people in Kentucky were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 92 people in Kentucky were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
Kentucky
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Kentucky.
From 2016 to 2020, 185 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Kentucky.
From 2016 to 2020, 185 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Kentucky.
Kentucky
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Kentucky, Black people are 7.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Kentucky are 2.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Kentucky are 2.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Kentucky
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Kentucky’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Kentucky’s gun laws in depth.
Louisiana
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 8 hours in Louisiana.
1,036
gun deaths per year
3rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
22.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Louisiana
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Louisiana—64% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 441 people die by gun suicide in Louisiana each year, representing 43% of all gun deaths.
An average of 441 people die by gun suicide in Louisiana each year, representing 43% of all gun deaths.
Louisiana
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Louisiana, 83% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 569 people are killed in gun homicides in Louisiana each year, representing 55% of all gun deaths.
An average of 569 people are killed in gun homicides in Louisiana each year, representing 55% of all gun deaths.
Louisiana
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 67% of intimate partner homicides in Louisiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 145 people in Louisiana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 71% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 145 people in Louisiana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 71% of those killed were female.
Louisiana
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Louisiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 281 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Louisiana.
From 2016 to 2020, 281 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Louisiana.
Louisiana
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Louisiana, Black people are 9.2 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Louisiana are 3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Louisiana are 3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Louisiana
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Louisiana’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Louisiana’s gun laws in depth.
Maine
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Maine.
154
gun deaths per year
38th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
10.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Maine
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Maine—54% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 137 people die by gun suicide in Maine each year, representing 89% of all gun deaths.
An average of 137 people die by gun suicide in Maine each year, representing 89% of all gun deaths.
Maine
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Maine, 54% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 8 people are killed in gun homicides in Maine each year, representing 5% of all gun deaths.
An average of 8 people are killed in gun homicides in Maine each year, representing 5% of all gun deaths.
Maine
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 77% of intimate partner homicides in Maine.
From 2016 to 2020, 17 people in Maine were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 82% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 17 people in Maine were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 82% of those killed were female.
Maine
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Maine.
From 2016 to 2020, 22 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Maine.
From 2016 to 2020, 22 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Maine.
Maine
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Maine.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Maine
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Maine.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Maine
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Maine’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Maine’s gun laws in depth.
Maryland
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 12 hours in Maryland.
743
gun deaths per year
30th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Maryland
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Maryland—43% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 265 people die by gun suicide in Maryland each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
An average of 265 people die by gun suicide in Maryland each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.
Maryland
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Maryland, 79% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 462 people are killed in gun homicides in Maryland each year, representing 62% of all gun deaths.
An average of 462 people are killed in gun homicides in Maryland each year, representing 62% of all gun deaths.
Maryland
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 53% of intimate partner homicides in Maryland.
From 2016 to 2020, 64 people in Maryland were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 89% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 64 people in Maryland were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 89% of those killed were female.
Maryland
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Maryland.
From 2016 to 2020, 126 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Maryland.
From 2016 to 2020, 126 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Maryland.
Maryland
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Maryland, Black people are 17.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Maryland are 2.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Maryland are 2.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Maryland
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Maryland’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Maryland’s gun laws in depth.
Massachusetts
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 34 hours in Massachusetts.
255
gun deaths per year
50th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
3.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Massachusetts
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the second most common means of suicide in Massachusetts—22% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 143 people die by gun suicide in Massachusetts each year, representing 56% of all gun deaths.
An average of 143 people die by gun suicide in Massachusetts each year, representing 56% of all gun deaths.
Massachusetts
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Massachusetts, 65% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 104 people are killed in gun homicides in Massachusetts each year, representing 41% of all gun deaths.
An average of 104 people are killed in gun homicides in Massachusetts each year, representing 41% of all gun deaths.
Massachusetts
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 27% of intimate partner homicides in Massachusetts.
From 2016 to 2020, 15 people in Massachusetts were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 15 people in Massachusetts were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.
Massachusetts
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the fourth-leading cause of death for children in Massachusetts.
From 2016 to 2020, 42 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Massachusetts.
From 2016 to 2020, 42 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Massachusetts.
Massachusetts
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Massachusetts, Black people are 18.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Massachusetts are 2.2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Massachusetts are 2.2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Massachusetts–Gun Death Rates by Race
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Massachusetts
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Massachusetts’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Massachusetts’s gun laws in depth.
Michigan
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 7 hours in Michigan.
1,270
gun deaths per year
27th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Michigan
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Michigan—51% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 742 people die by gun suicide in Michigan each year, representing 58% of all gun deaths.
An average of 742 people die by gun suicide in Michigan each year, representing 58% of all gun deaths.
Michigan
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Michigan, 78% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 506 people are killed in gun homicides in Michigan each year, representing 40% of all gun deaths.
An average of 506 people are killed in gun homicides in Michigan each year, representing 40% of all gun deaths.
Michigan
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 60% of intimate partner homicides in Michigan.
From 2016 to 2020, 110 people in Michigan were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 110 people in Michigan were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 77% of those killed were female.
Michigan
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Michigan.
From 2016 to 2020, 248 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Michigan.
From 2016 to 2020, 248 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Michigan.
Michigan
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Michigan, Black people are 22.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Michigan are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Michigan are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Michigan
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Michigan’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Michigan’s gun laws in depth.
Minnesota
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 19 hours in Minnesota.
462
gun deaths per year
43rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
8.1
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Minnesota
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Minnesota—46% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 351 people die by gun suicide in Minnesota each year, representing 76% of all gun deaths.
An average of 351 people die by gun suicide in Minnesota each year, representing 76% of all gun deaths.
Minnesota
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Minnesota, 64% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 93 people are killed in gun homicides in Minnesota each year, representing 20% of all gun deaths.
An average of 93 people are killed in gun homicides in Minnesota each year, representing 20% of all gun deaths.
Minnesota
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 51% of intimate partner homicides in Minnesota.
From 2016 to 2020, 42 people in Minnesota were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 81% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 42 people in Minnesota were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 81% of those killed were female.
Minnesota
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Minnesota.
From 2016 to 2020, 111 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Minnesota.
From 2016 to 2020, 111 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Minnesota.
Minnesota
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Minnesota, Black people are 16 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Minnesota are 3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Minnesota are 3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Minnesota
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Minnesota’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Minnesota’s gun laws in depth.
Mississippi
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 13 hours in Mississippi.
686
gun deaths per year
2nd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
23.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Mississippi
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Mississippi—70% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 292 people die by gun suicide in Mississippi each year, representing 43% of all gun deaths.
An average of 292 people die by gun suicide in Mississippi each year, representing 43% of all gun deaths.
Mississippi
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Mississippi, 84% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 352 people are killed in gun homicides in Mississippi each year, representing 51% of all gun deaths.
An average of 352 people are killed in gun homicides in Mississippi each year, representing 51% of all gun deaths.
Mississippi
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 68% of intimate partner homicides in Mississippi.
From 2016 to 2020, 50 people in Mississippi were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 74% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 50 people in Mississippi were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 74% of those killed were female.
Mississippi
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Mississippi.
From 2016 to 2020, 180 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Mississippi.
From 2016 to 2020, 180 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Mississippi.
Mississippi
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Mississippi, Black people are 5.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Mississippi are 3.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Mississippi are 3.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Mississippi–Gun Death Rates by Race
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Mississippi
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Mississippi’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Mississippi’s gun laws in depth.
Missouri
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 7 hours in Missouri.
1,288
gun deaths per year
5th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
21.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Missouri
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Missouri—60% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 692 people die by gun suicide in Missouri each year, representing 54% of all gun deaths.
An average of 692 people die by gun suicide in Missouri each year, representing 54% of all gun deaths.
Missouri
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Missouri, 85% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 561 people are killed in gun homicides in Missouri each year, representing 44% of all gun deaths.
An average of 561 people are killed in gun homicides in Missouri each year, representing 44% of all gun deaths.
Missouri
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 71% of intimate partner homicides in Missouri.
From 2016 to 2020, 160 people in Missouri were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 70% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 160 people in Missouri were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 70% of those killed were female.
Missouri
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Missouri.
From 2016 to 2020, 332 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Missouri.
From 2016 to 2020, 332 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Missouri.
Missouri
RACIAL DISPARITIES
In Missouri, Black people are 16.2 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.
White people in Missouri are 2.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
White people in Missouri are 2.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.
Missouri
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Missouri’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Missouri’s gun laws in depth.
Montana
On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Montana.
214
gun deaths per year
9th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
19.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS
Montana
gun SUICIDE
Guns are the most common means of suicide in Montana—63% of suicides in the state involve guns.
An average of 179 people die by gun suicide in Montana each year, representing 84% of all gun deaths.
An average of 179 people die by gun suicide in Montana each year, representing 84% of all gun deaths.
Montana
GUN HOMICIDE
The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Montana, 50% of homicides are committed with guns.
An average of 23 people are killed in gun homicides in Montana each year, representing 11% of all gun deaths.
An average of 23 people are killed in gun homicides in Montana each year, representing 11% of all gun deaths.
Montana
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 47% of intimate partner homicides in Montana.
From 2016 to 2020, 17 people in Montana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 76% of those killed were female.
From 2016 to 2020, 17 people in Montana were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 76% of those killed were female.
Montana
KIDS & GUNS
Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Montana.
From 2016 to 2020, 41 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Montana.
From 2016 to 2020, 41 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Montana.
Montana
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Montana.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Montana
RACIAL DISPARITIES
There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Montana.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy.
Montana
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State-level data comes from the CDC and the FBI. See our full methodology for more information.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Montana’s gun laws in depth.
States with the strongest gun laws generally have less gun violence. Background checks, extreme risk laws, and violence intervention programs are crucial to saving lives. Explore Montana’s gun laws in depth.