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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41,000 AMERICANS DIE FROM GUN VIOLENCE EVERY YEAR—AN AVERAGE OF more than 110 PER DAY1

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Source: CDC WONDER


America has the weakest gun laws and the most guns—393 million—of any comparable nation.2

The US accounts for just 4% of the world’s population but 35% of global firearm suicides.3

Americans are 25 times more likely to be killed in a gun homicide than people in other high-income countries.4

America Leads High-Income Nations in Gun Violence

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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 2020, gun deaths reached their highest level in at least 40 years, with 45,222 deaths that year alone.7

Gun Deaths Are on the Rise Nationally

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Suicides, homicides, police shootings—gun violence takes many forms, often dictated by who and where you are.

The Majority of Gun Deaths Are Suicides, While More Than a Third Are Homicides

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GUN ACCESS TRIPLES SUICIDE RISK.8 THE MAJORITY OF SUICIDES —59%—INVOLVE A GUN.9

Guns Are by Far the Most Common Means of Suicide

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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

Gun Homicides Disproportionately Affect Black Americans

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UNARMED BLACK CIVILIANS ARE FIVE TIMES MORE LIKELY TO BE SHOT AND KILLED BY POLICE THAN UNARMED WHITE CIVILIANS.12

Black Men Face the Highest Risk of Police Violence

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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

The Majority of Intimate Partner Homicides Are with Guns

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3 million children are directly exposed to gun violence each year, resulting in death, injury, and lasting trauma.16

Guns Are the Leading Cause of Death for Children under 18

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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.
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1,090
gun deaths per year
4th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
22.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Alabama–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Alabama–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Alabama–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.
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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.
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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. 

Alabama–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Alabama–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

ALASKA

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Alaska.
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173
gun deaths per year
1st
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
23.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Alaska–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Alaska–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Alaska–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Alaska–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Alaska–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Alaska–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Arizona

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 8 hours in Arizona.
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1,155
gun deaths per year
18th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Arizona–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Arizona–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Arizona–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.


Arizona–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Arizona–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Arizona–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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. ExploreArizona’s gun laws in depth.

Arkansas

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 15 hours in Arkansas.
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596
gun deaths per year
8th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
19.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Arkansas–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Arkansas–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Arkansas–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Arkansas–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Arkansas–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Arkansas–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Arkansas’s gun laws in depth.

California

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 hours in California.
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3,160
gun deaths per year
44TH
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
7.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

California–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

California–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

California–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



California–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

California–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

California–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Colorado

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 10 hours in Colorado.
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850
gun deaths per year
21St
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
14.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Colorado–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Colorado–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Colorado–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Colorado–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Colorado–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Colorado–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Colorado’s gun laws in depth.

Connecticut

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Connecticut.
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191
gun deaths per year
45th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
5.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Connecticut–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Connecticut–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Connecticut–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Connecticut–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Connecticut–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Connecticut–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Delaware

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 days in Delaware.
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111
gun deaths per year
35th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
11.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Delaware–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Delaware–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Delaware–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Delaware–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Delaware–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Delaware–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Florida

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 hours in Florida.
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2,849
gun deaths per year
26th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Florida–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Florida–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Florida–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Florida–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Florida–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Florida–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Georgia

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 5 hours in Georgia.
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1,693
gun deaths per year
16th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
16.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Georgia–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Georgia–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Georgia–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Georgia–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Georgia–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Georgia–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Hawaii

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 7 days in Hawaii.
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55
gun deaths per year
49th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
3.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Hawaii–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Hawaii–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Hawaii–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Hawaii–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 
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. 
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. 
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. 
Hawaii

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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 Hawaii’s gun laws in depth.

Idaho

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 32 hours in Idaho.
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278
gun deaths per year
17th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Idaho–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Idaho–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Idaho–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Idaho–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Idaho–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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. 
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. 
Idaho

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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 Idaho’s gun laws in depth.

Illinois

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 6 hours in Illinois.
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1,505
gun deaths per year
34th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
11.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Illinois–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Illinois–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Illinois–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Illinois–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Illinois–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Illinois–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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.

Indiana

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 9 hours in Indiana.
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1,021
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19th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

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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.

Indiana–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Indiana–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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Iowa

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 29 hours in Iowa.
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302
gun deaths per year
41st
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
9.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Iowa–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Iowa–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Iowa–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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434
gun deaths per year
20th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
15.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Kansas–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Kansas–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Kansas–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

Kansas–Gun Death Rates by Race

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Kentucky

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 11 hours in Kentucky.
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770
gun deaths per year
14th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
17.1
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

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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.

Kentucky–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Kentucky–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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1,036
gun deaths per year
3rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
22.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Louisiana–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Louisiana–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Louisiana–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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154
gun deaths per year
38th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
10.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Maine–Gun Deaths by Intent

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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.

Maine–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Maine–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Maine–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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. 
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. 
Maine

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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.
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743
gun deaths per year
30th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Maryland–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Maryland–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Maryland–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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Massachusetts

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 34 hours in Massachusetts.
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255
gun deaths per year
50th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
3.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Massachusetts–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Massachusetts–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Massachusetts–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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1,270
gun deaths per year
27th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Michigan–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Michigan–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Michigan–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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462
gun deaths per year
43rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
8.1
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Minnesota–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Minnesota–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Minnesota–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Minnesota–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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686
gun deaths per year
2nd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
23.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Mississippi–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Mississippi–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



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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. 

Mississippi–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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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.
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1,288
gun deaths per year
5th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
21.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Missouri–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

Missouri–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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.



Missouri–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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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. 

Missouri–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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.

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Montana

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Montana.
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214
gun deaths per year
9th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
19.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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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.

Montana–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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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.

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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.



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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. 

Montana–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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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. 
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. 
Montana

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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.

Nebraska

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 days in Nebraska.
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183
gun deaths per year
42nd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
9.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Nebraska—49% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 136 people die by gun suicide in Nebraska each year, representing 74% of all gun deaths.

Nebraska–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Nebraska, 67% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 38 people are killed in gun homicides in Nebraska each year, representing 21% of all gun deaths.

Nebraska–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 58% of intimate partner homicides in Nebraska.

From 2016 to 2020, 21 people in Nebraska were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 90% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Nebraska. 

From 2016 to 2020, 36 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Nebraska. 

Nebraska–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Nebraska, Black people are 15.2 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Nebraska are 1.6 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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Nevada

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 17 hours in Nevada.
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519
gun deaths per year
15th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
16.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Nevada—55% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 351 people die by gun suicide in Nevada each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.

Nevada–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Nevada, 70% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 145 people are killed in gun homicides in Nevada each year, representing 28% of all gun deaths.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 64% of intimate partner homicides in Nevada.

From 2016 to 2020, 75 people in Nevada were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 79% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Nevada. 

From 2016 to 2020, 103 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Nevada. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Nevada, Black people are 6.2 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Nevada are 2.3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

Nevada–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Nevada’s gun laws in depth.

New Hampshire

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 days in New Hampshire.
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143
gun deaths per year
40th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
10.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in New Hampshire—50% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 128 people die by gun suicide in New Hampshire each year, representing 89% of all gun deaths.

New Hampshire–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In New Hampshire, 51% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 7 people are killed in gun homicides in New Hampshire each year, representing 5% of all gun deaths.

New Hampshire–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 55% of intimate partner homicides in New Hampshire.

From 2016 to 2020, 12 people in New Hampshire were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 75% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in New Hampshire.

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
New Hampshire

KIDS & GUNS

There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in New Hampshire.

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
New Hampshire

RACIAL DISPARITIES

In New Hampshire, Black people are 6 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in New Hampshire are 4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

New Hampshire–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 New Hampshire’s gun laws in depth.

New Jersey

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 20 hours in New Jersey.
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439
gun deaths per year
46th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
4.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the second most common means of suicide in New Jersey—25% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 185 people die by gun suicide in New Jersey each year, representing 42% of all gun deaths.

New Jersey–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In New Jersey, 72% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 244 people are killed in gun homicides in New Jersey each year, representing 56% of all gun deaths.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 37% of intimate partner homicides in New Jersey.

From 2016 to 2020, 42 people in New Jersey were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 88% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in New Jersey. 

From 2016 to 2020, 82 children under 18 were killed with a gun in New Jersey. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In New Jersey, Black people are 35.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in New Jersey are 2.2 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 New Jersey’s gun laws in depth.

New Mexico

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 20 hours in New Mexico.
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433
gun deaths per year
7th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
20.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in New Mexico—54% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 274 people die by gun suicide in New Mexico each year, representing 63% of all gun deaths.

New Mexico–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In New Mexico, 64% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 131 people are killed in gun homicides in New Mexico each year, representing 30% of all gun deaths.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 50% of intimate partner homicides in New Mexico.

From 2016 to 2020, 40 people in New Mexico were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 78% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in New Mexico. 

From 2016 to 2020, 104 children under 18 were killed with a gun in New Mexico. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In New Mexico, Black people are 5 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in New Mexico are 1.4 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 New Mexico’s gun laws in depth.

New York

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 10 hours in New York.
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870
gun deaths per year
47th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
4.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the second most common means of suicide in New York—27% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 457 people die by gun suicide in New York each year, representing 53% of all gun deaths.

New York–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In New York, 58% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 389 people are killed in gun homicides in New York each year, representing 45% of all gun deaths.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 30% of intimate partner homicides in New York.

From 2016 to 2020, 83 people in New York were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 88% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in New York. 

From 2016 to 2020, 156 children under 18 were killed with a gun in New York. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In New York, Black people are 16.6 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in New York are 3.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 New York’s gun laws in depth.

North Carolina

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 6 hours in North Carolina.
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1,470
gun deaths per year
22nd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
14.0
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in North Carolina—58% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 832 people die by gun suicide in North Carolina each year, representing 57% of all gun deaths.

North Carolina–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In North Carolina, 78% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 571 people are killed in gun homicides in North Carolina each year, representing 39% of all gun deaths.

North Carolina–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 64% of intimate partner homicides in North Carolina.

From 2016 to 2020, 141 people in North Carolina were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 72% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in North Carolina. 

From 2016 to 2020, 326 children under 18 were killed with a gun in North Carolina. 

North Carolina–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In North Carolina, Black people are 7.8 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in North Carolina are 3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

North Carolina–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 North Carolina’s gun laws in depth.

North Dakota

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 4 days in North Dakota.
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95
gun deaths per year
29th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in North Dakota—56% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 80 people die by gun suicide in North Dakota each year, representing 84% of all gun deaths.

North Dakota–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In North Dakota, 56% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 10 people are killed in gun homicides in North Dakota each year, representing 11% of all gun deaths.

North Dakota–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 72% of intimate partner homicides in North Dakota.

From 2016 to 2020, 21 people in North Dakota were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 100% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in North Dakota. 

From 2016 to 2020, 29 children under 18 were killed with a gun in North Dakota. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in North Dakota. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
North Dakota

RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in North Dakota. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
North Dakota

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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 North Dakota’s gun laws in depth.

Ohio

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 5 hours in Ohio.
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1,602
gun deaths per year
23rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
13.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Ohio—54% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 938 people die by gun suicide in Ohio each year, representing 59% of all gun deaths.

Ohio–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Ohio, 77% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 623 people are killed in gun homicides in Ohio each year, representing 39% of all gun deaths.

Ohio–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 62% of intimate partner homicides in Ohio.

From 2016 to 2020, 138 people in Ohio were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 85% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Ohio. 

From 2016 to 2020, 376 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Ohio. 

Ohio–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Ohio, Black people are 15.4 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Ohio are 1.7 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Ohio’s gun laws in depth.

Oklahoma

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 12 hours in Oklahoma.
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735
gun deaths per year
11th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
18.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Oklahoma—60% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 486 people die by gun suicide in Oklahoma each year, representing 66% of all gun deaths.

Oklahoma–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Oklahoma, 74% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 233 people are killed in gun homicides in Oklahoma each year, representing 32% of all gun deaths.

Oklahoma–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 61% of intimate partner homicides in Oklahoma.

From 2016 to 2020, 103 people in Oklahoma were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 68% of those killed were female.



Oklahoma–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Oklahoma. 

From 2016 to 2020, 177 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Oklahoma. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Oklahoma, Black people are 6.2 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Oklahoma are 2.1 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Oklahoma’s gun laws in depth.

Oregon

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 16 hours in Oregon.
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544
gun deaths per year
32nd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Oregon—53% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 440 people die by gun suicide in Oregon each year, representing 81% of all gun deaths.

Oregon–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Oregon, 63% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 81 people are killed in gun homicides in Oregon each year, representing 15% of all gun deaths.

Oregon–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 55% of intimate partner homicides in Oregon.

From 2016 to 2020, 36 people in Oregon were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 67% of those killed were female.



Oregon–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Oregon. 

From 2016 to 2020, 85 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Oregon. 

Oregon–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Oregon, Black people are 6.6 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Oregon are 2.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Oregon’s gun laws in depth.

Pennsylvania

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 5 hours in Pennsylvania.
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1,628
gun deaths per year
31st
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.4
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Pennsylvania—51% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 975 people die by gun suicide in Pennsylvania each year, representing 60% of all gun deaths.

Pennsylvania–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Pennsylvania, 76% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 611 people are killed in gun homicides in Pennsylvania each year, representing 38% of all gun deaths.

Pennsylvania–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 54% of intimate partner homicides in Pennsylvania.

From 2016 to 2020, 125 people in Pennsylvania were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 80% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Pennsylvania. 

From 2016 to 2020, 344 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Pennsylvania. 

Pennsylvania–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Pennsylvania, Black people are 22.8 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Pennsylvania are 2.3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Pennsylvania’s gun laws in depth.

Rhode Island

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 8 days in Rhode Island.
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46
gun deaths per year
48th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
4.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the second most common means of suicide in Rhode Island—27% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 31 people die by gun suicide in Rhode Island each year, representing 67% of all gun deaths.

Rhode Island–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Rhode Island, 63% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 14 people are killed in gun homicides in Rhode Island each year, representing 30% of all gun deaths.

Rhode Island–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 42% of intimate partner homicides in Rhode Island.

From 2016 to 2020, 5 people in Rhode Island were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 80% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS


There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Rhode Island.

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Rhode Island

KIDS & GUNS


There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Rhode Island.

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Rhode Island

RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Rhode Island, Black people are 5.4 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.

Rhode Island–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Rhode Island’s gun laws in depth.

South Carolina

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 9 hours in South Carolina.
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964
gun deaths per year
10th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
18.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in South Carolina—63% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 529 people die by gun suicide in South Carolina each year, representing 55% of all gun deaths.

South Carolina–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In South Carolina, 81% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 405 people are killed in gun homicides in South Carolina each year, representing 42% of all gun deaths.

South Carolina–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 72% of intimate partner homicides in South Carolina.

From 2016 to 2020, 160 people in South Carolina were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 70% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in South Carolina. 

From 2016 to 2020, 233 children under 18 were killed with a gun in South Carolina. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In South Carolina, Black people are 6 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in South Carolina are 2.8 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 South Carolina’s gun laws in depth.

South Dakota

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 days in South Dakota.
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112
gun deaths per year
25th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
13.1
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in South Dakota—50% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 89 people die by gun suicide in South Dakota each year, representing 79% of all gun deaths.

South Dakota–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In South Dakota, 42% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 16 people are killed in gun homicides in South Dakota each year, representing 14% of all gun deaths.

South Dakota–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 20% of intimate partner homicides in South Dakota.

From 2016 to 2020, 6 people in South Dakota were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 67% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in South Dakota. 

From 2016 to 2020, 31 children under 18 were killed with a gun in South Dakota. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in South Dakota. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
South Dakota

RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in South Dakota. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
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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 South Dakota’s gun laws in depth.

Tennessee

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 7 hours in Tennessee.
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1,273
gun deaths per year
12th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
18.6
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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gun SUICIDE

Guns are the most common means of suicide in Tennessee—61% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 718 people die by gun suicide in Tennessee each year, representing 56% of all gun deaths.

Tennessee–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Tennessee, 82% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 506 people are killed in gun homicides in Tennessee each year, representing 40% of all gun deaths.

Tennessee–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 62% of intimate partner homicides in Tennessee.

From 2016 to 2020, 161 people in Tennessee were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 73% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Tennessee. 

From 2016 to 2020, 301 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Tennessee. 

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Tennessee, Black people are 9.7 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Tennessee are 2.5 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

Tennessee–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Tennessee’s gun laws in depth.

Texas

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 2 hours in Texas.
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3,647
gun deaths per year
28th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.7
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Texas—58% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 2,192 people die by gun suicide in Texas each year, representing 60% of all gun deaths.

Texas–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Texas, 70% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 1,331 people are killed in gun homicides in Texas each year, representing 36% of all gun deaths.

Texas–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 65% of intimate partner homicides in Texas.

From 2016 to 2020, 531 people in Texas were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 76% of those killed were female.



Texas–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Texas. 

From 2016 to 2020, 1,026 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Texas. 

Texas–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Texas, Black people are 5.7 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Texas are 2.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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Utah

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 22 hours in Utah.
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400
gun deaths per year
24th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
13.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Utah–Gun Deaths by Intent

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Utah—51% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 332 people die by gun suicide in Utah each year, representing 83% of all gun deaths.

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Utah, 65% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 52 people are killed in gun homicides in Utah each year, representing 13% of all gun deaths.

Utah–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 52% of intimate partner homicides in Utah.

From 2016 to 2020, 22 people in Utah were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 91% of those killed were female.



Utah–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Utah. 

From 2016 to 2020, 131 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Utah. 

Utah–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Utah. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 

Utah–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Utah’s gun laws in depth.

Vermont

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 5 days in Vermont.
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75
gun deaths per year
36th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
11.3
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Vermont—57% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 66 people die by gun suicide in Vermont each year, representing 88% of all gun deaths.

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Vermont, 54% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 2 people are killed in gun homicides in Vermont each year, representing 3% of all gun deaths.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 43% of intimate partner homicides in Vermont.

From 2016 to 2020, 9 people in Vermont were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 89% of those killed were female.



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KIDS & GUNS

There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Vermont. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Vermont

KIDS & GUNS

There is insufficient data to provide details about gun violence against children and teenagers in Vermont. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Vermont

RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Vermont. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Vermont

RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Vermont. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Vermont

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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 Vermont’s gun laws in depth.

Virginia

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 9 hours in Virginia.
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1,065
gun deaths per year
33rd
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
12.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Virginia—57% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 676 people die by gun suicide in Virginia each year, representing 63% of all gun deaths.

Virginia–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Virginia, 79% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 363 people are killed in gun homicides in Virginia each year, representing 34% of all gun deaths.

Virginia–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 59% of intimate partner homicides in Virginia.

From 2016 to 2020, 136 people in Virginia were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 81% of those killed were female.



Virginia–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children in Virginia. 

From 2016 to 2020, 240 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Virginia. 

Virginia–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Virginia, Black people are 8.7 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Alabama are 2.3 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Virginia people.

Virginia–Gun Death Rates by Race

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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 Virginia’s gun laws in depth.

Washington

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 11 hours in Washington.
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810
gun deaths per year
39th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
10.5
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Washington—49% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 602 people die by gun suicide in Washington each year, representing 74% of all gun deaths.

Washington–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Washington, 65% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 172 people are killed in gun homicides in Washington each year, representing 21% of all gun deaths.

Washington–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 54% of intimate partner homicides in Washington.

From 2016 to 2020, 73 people in Washington were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 86% of those killed were female.



Washington–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Washington. 

From 2016 to 2020, 142 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Washington. 

Washington–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Washington, Black people are 6.9 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Washington are 1.8 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Washington’s gun laws in depth.

West Virginia

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 27 hours in West Virginia.
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330
gun deaths per year
13th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
17.8
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

West Virginia–Gun Deaths by Intent

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in West Virginia—64% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 236 people die by gun suicide in West Virginia each year, representing 71% of all gun deaths.

West Virginia–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In West Virginia, 72% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 75 people are killed in gun homicides in West Virginia each year, representing 23% of all gun deaths.

West Virginia–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 63% of intimate partner homicides in West Virginia.

From 2016 to 2020, 30 people in West Virginia were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 57% of those killed were female.



West Virginia–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in West Virginia. 

From 2016 to 2020, 45 children under 18 were killed with a gun in West Virginia. 

West Virginia–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In West Virginia, Black people are 4.8 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in West Virginia are 1.8 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 West Virginia’s gun laws in depth.

Wisconsin

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 14 hours in Wisconsin.
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641
gun deaths per year
37th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
10.9
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Wisconsin–Gun Deaths by Intent

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Wisconsin—50% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 436 people die by gun suicide in Wisconsin each year, representing 68% of all gun deaths.

Wisconsin–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Wisconsin, 74% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 181 people are killed in gun homicides in Wisconsin each year, representing 28% of all gun deaths.

Wisconsin–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 50% of intimate partner homicides in Wisconsin.

From 2016 to 2020, 61 people in Wisconsin were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 79% of those killed were female.



Wisconsin–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the third-leading cause of death for children in Wisconsin. 

From 2016 to 2020, 138 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Wisconsin. 

Wisconsin–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

In Wisconsin, Black people are 31.1 times more likely to die of gun homicide than white people.

White people in Wisconsin are 1.9 times more likely to die of gun suicide than Black people.

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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 Wisconsin’s gun laws in depth.

Wyoming

On average, someone is killed with a gun every 3 days in Wyoming.
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125
gun deaths per year
6th
HIGHEST GUN DEATH RATE
21.2
Gun Deaths per 100K RESIDENTS

Wyoming–Gun Deaths by Intent

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Guns are the most common means of suicide in Wyoming—67% of suicides in the state involve guns.

An average of 107 people die by gun suicide in Wyoming each year, representing 86% of all gun deaths.

Wyoming–Gun Suicide Rate over Time

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GUN HOMICIDE

The majority of homicides in America involve firearms. In Wyoming, 60% of homicides are committed with guns.

An average of 12 people are killed in gun homicides in Wyoming each year, representing 9% of all gun deaths.

Wyoming–Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Guns make domestic violence incidents far more likely to end in death. Firearms are used in 65% of intimate partner homicides in Wyoming.

From 2016 to 2020, 15 people in Wyoming were shot and killed by an abusive partner. 80% of those killed were female.



Wyoming–Intimate Partner Homicides with Guns vs. Other Means

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KIDS & GUNS

Gun violence is the second-leading cause of death for children in Wyoming. 

From 2016 to 2020, 25 children under 18 were killed with a gun in Wyoming. 

Wyoming–Gun Deaths by Intent for Children under 18

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RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Wyoming. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Wyoming

RACIAL DISPARITIES

There is insufficient data to compare gun deaths across racial groups in Wyoming. 

The CDC suppresses low counts of deaths—fewer than 10 per year—in order to protect victims’ privacy. 
Wyoming

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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 Wyoming’s gun laws in depth.

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    Figures represent an average of the five years of most recently available data: 2016 to 2020.[↩]
  2. Aaron Karp, “Estimating Global Civilian–Held Firearms Numbers,” Small Arms Survey, June 2018, http://www.smallarmssurvey.org/fileadmin/docs/T-Briefing-Papers/SAS-BP-Civilian-Firearms-Numbers.pdf.[↩]
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    FIGURES REPRESENT AN AVERAGE OF THE FIVE YEARS OF MOST RECENTLY AVAILABLE DATA: 2016 TO 2020.[↩]
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    Figures represent an average of the five years of most recently available data: 2016 to 2020.[↩]
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