Gun violence isn’t a narrative, but facts and figures regarding the topic are often presented to support one. We recently updated our annual gun violence report with the latest data to cut through the bias.
Gun violence death rates vary depending on the year and state. If you’re in a hurry, here are our key findings:
- In 2024, the gun violence rate in the U.S. was 4.7 per 100,000 people; a decline from the 2021 peak of 6.5 per 100,000.
- There were 1,399 deaths and 2,184 injuries related to mass shootings between 1966 and May 2026.
- Compared to the same time period in 2024, gun violence in the U.S. declined by 15% in the first half of 2025.
It’s important to have all of the facts when discussing gun violence. We hope you’ll read and share the full report, linked here at Ammo.com.
