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Interactive MapIntroductionGuns per Capita by CountryCountries with the Most GunsMost Armed Country in the WorldGun Ownership Rate by CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAndorraAngolaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBrazilBritish Virgin IslandsBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCayman IslandsCentral African RepublicChadChileColombiaComorosCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCuraçaoCyprusCzech RepublicDemocratic Republic of the CongoDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEast TimorEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFaroe IslandsFederated States of MicronesiaFijiFinlandFranceGabonGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuamGuatemalaGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsraelItalyIvory CoastJamaicaJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKuwaitKyrgyzstanLaosLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacauMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritaniaMauritiusMexicoMoldovaMonacoMongoliaMontenegroMontserratMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNorth KoreaNorthern Mariana IslandsNorwayOmanPakistanPalauPalestinePanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeople's Republic of ChinaPeruPhilippinesPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRepublic of MacedoniaRepublic of the CongoRomaniaRussiaRwandaSaint Kitts and NevisSaint LuciaSaint MartinSaint Vincent and the GrenadinesSan MarinoSão Tomé and PríncipeSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSint MaartenSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth KoreaSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSwedenSwitzerlandSyriaTaiwanTajikistanTanzaniaThailandThe BahamasThe GambiaTogoTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkeyTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited States of AmericaUnited States Virgin IslandsUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVatican CityVenezuelaVietnamYemenZambiaZimbabweFAQsWhat country has the most guns ?How many guns per person are there in America ?

Introduction

Gun ownership rates vary significantly across countries, reflecting a diverse range of cultural, legal, and historical factors. The United States has the highest gun ownership rate with 120.5 firearms per 100 people. Yemen follows behind with 52.8 firearms per 100 people. These figures highlight the prominence of firearm ownership in these nations.

Several European countries, such as Switzerland, Finland, Norway, and Austria, have relatively high gun ownership rates compared to other regions. This can be attributed to a combination of hunting traditions, recreational shooting, and historical factors such as the maintenance of citizen militias. In contrast, countries in East Asia, such as Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan, have extremely low gun ownership rates, often close to zero per 100 people. This is largely due to strict gun control laws and cultural norms emphasizing public safety and crime prevention through alternative means.

Guns per Capita by Country

#CountryGun Ownership RateGun Death RateGun Prohibition
1United States of America120.5 per 1004.12 per 100k
2Yemen52.8 per 1000.83 per 100k
3New Caledonia42.5 per 100
4Montenegro39.1 per 1000.99 per 100k
5Serbia39.1 per 1000.82 per 100k
6Canada34.7 per 1000.5 per 100k
7Uruguay34.7 per 1004.02 per 100k
8Cyprus34 per 1000.51 per 100k
9Finland32.4 per 1000.21 per 100k
10Lebanon31.9 per 1001.3 per 100k
11Iceland31.7 per 1000.06 per 100k
12Bosnia and Herzegovina31.2 per 1000.26 per 100k
13Austria30 per 1000.13 per 100k
14Republic of Macedonia29.8 per 1000.98 per 100k
15Liechtenstein28.8 per 100
16Norway28.8 per 1000.07 per 100k
17Malta28.3 per 1000.45 per 100k
18Switzerland27.6 per 1000.18 per 100k
19New Zealand26.3 per 1000.15 per 100k
20Sweden23.1 per 1000.25 per 100k
21Pakistan22.3 per 1000.93 per 100k
22Portugal21.3 per 1000.4 per 100k
23France19.6 per 1000.32 per 100k
24Germany19.6 per 1000.08 per 100k
25Iraq19.6 per 1006.57 per 100k
26Monaco19.6 per 1000.09 per 100k
27Luxembourg18.9 per 1000.21 per 100k
28The Bahamas18.8 per 10019.72 per 100k
29Jordan18.7 per 1001.51 per 100k
30Venezuela18.5 per 10032.75 per 100k
31Greece17.6 per 1000.35 per 100k
32Kuwait16.7 per 1000.28 per 100k
33Oman16.7 per 1000.03 per 100k
34Paraguay16.7 per 1007.11 per 100k
35Qatar16.7 per 1000.13 per 100k
36Saudi Arabia16.7 per 1000.17 per 100k
37United Arab Emirates16.7 per 1000.3 per 100k
38United States Virgin Islands16.6 per 10019.29 per 100k
39Turkey16.5 per 1001.05 per 100k
40Suriname15.9 per 1002.89 per 100k
41Guyana15.8 per 10010.22 per 100k
42Slovenia15.6 per 1000.18 per 100k
43Namibia15.4 per 1003.37 per 100k
44Thailand15.1 per 1003.11 per 100k
45Australia14.5 per 1000.18 per 100k
46Italy14.4 per 1000.35 per 100k
47San Marino14.4 per 1000.08 per 100k
48Andorra14.1 per 1000.08 per 100k
49Honduras14.1 per 10021.22 per 100k
50Croatia13.7 per 1000.34 per 100k
51Lithuania13.6 per 1000.3 per 100k
52Libya13.3 per 1000.59 per 100k
53Mexico12.9 per 10015.55 per 100k
54Bahrain12.8 per 1000.36 per 100k
55Belgium12.7 per 1000.34 per 100k
56Afghanistan12.5 per 1001.32 per 100k
57Czech Republic12.5 per 1000.15 per 100k
58Equatorial Guinea12.5 per 1000.68 per 100k
59Somalia12.4 per 1005.06 per 100kYes
60Russia12.3 per 1000.72 per 100k
61Chile12.1 per 1001.82 per 100k
62Guatemala12.1 per 10028.23 per 100k
63Albania12 per 1001.39 per 100k
64El Salvador12 per 10035.5 per 100k
65Guam11.5 per 1000.58 per 100k
66Puerto Rico11.5 per 10019.72 per 100k
67Angola11.2 per 1000.61 per 100k
68Panama10.8 per 10010.6 per 100k
69Hungary10.5 per 1000.07 per 100k
70Latvia10.5 per 1000.42 per 100k
71Colombia10.1 per 10024.8 per 100k
72Georgia10.1 per 1001.2 per 100k
73Belize10 per 10015.04 per 100k
74Costa Rica10 per 1006.94 per 100k
75Denmark9.9 per 1000.15 per 100k
76Faroe Islands9.9 per 100
77Ukraine9.9 per 1000.62 per 100k
78South Africa9.7 per 1004.87 per 100k
79South Sudan9.6 per 1002.78 per 100k
80Cayman Islands9.2 per 100
81Jamaica8.8 per 10010.06 per 100k
82Saint Martin8.5 per 100
83Bulgaria8.4 per 1000.55 per 100k
84Brazil8.3 per 10020.8 per 100k
85Mauritius8.3 per 1000.17 per 100k
86Syria8.2 per 1001 per 100k
87Ghana8 per 1000.73 per 100k
88Mongolia7.9 per 1000.22 per 100k
89Spain7.5 per 1000.13 per 100k
90Argentina7.4 per 1003.64 per 100k
91Dominican Republic7.4 per 10011.28 per 100k
92Iran7.3 per 1000.6 per 100k
93Ireland7.2 per 1000.18 per 100k
94Israel6.7 per 1001.05 per 100k
95Sudan6.6 per 1000.51 per 100k
96Slovakia6.5 per 1000.25 per 100k
97The Gambia6.5 per 1000.24 per 100k
98Dominica6.2 per 1003.53 per 100k
99Maldives6.2 per 1000.15 per 100kYes
100Armenia6.1 per 1000.64 per 100k
101Belarus6.1 per 1000.43 per 100k
102Antigua and Barbuda5.4 per 1001.9 per 100k
103Montserrat5.4 per 100
104India5.3 per 1000.56 per 100k
105Nicaragua5.2 per 1002.9 per 100k
106Estonia5 per 1000.27 per 100k
107Lesotho4.8 per 1005.3 per 100k
108Morocco4.8 per 1000.46 per 100k
109Eswatini4.8 per 1003.66 per 100k
110Bermuda4.6 per 1001.5 per 100k
111Grenada4.6 per 1000.66 per 100k
112Cambodia4.5 per 1000.95 per 100kYes
113Mozambique4.5 per 1002.36 per 100k
114Ivory Coast4.4 per 1003.28 per 100k
115Sint Maarten4.2 per 100
116Botswana4.1 per 1003.48 per 100k
117Egypt4.1 per 1000.38 per 100k
118Seychelles4.1 per 1001.69 per 100k
119Vanuatu3.9 per 1000.17 per 100k
120Azerbaijan3.6 per 1000.27 per 100k
121Hong Kong3.6 per 100
122Macau3.6 per 100
123People's Republic of China3.6 per 1000.02 per 100k
124Philippines3.6 per 1008.28 per 100k
125Barbados3.5 per 1004.3 per 100k
126Gabon3.4 per 1000.8 per 100k
127Saint Kitts and Nevis3.4 per 10010.99 per 100k
128Saint Lucia3.4 per 1009.14 per 100k
129Saint Vincent and the Grenadines3.4 per 1009.11 per 100k
130São Tomé and Príncipe3.4 per 1001.54 per 100k
131Turks and Caicos Islands3.3 per 100
132Nigeria3.2 per 1001.81 per 100k
133Trinidad and Tobago3.2 per 10015.21 per 100k
134Djibouti3.1 per 1003.39 per 100k
135Laos3 per 1002.47 per 100k
136Moldova3 per 1000.29 per 100k
137Kazakhstan2.8 per 1000.56 per 100k
138Kyrgyzstan2.8 per 1000.4 per 100k
139Mauritania2.8 per 1001.83 per 100k
140Zimbabwe2.8 per 1000.88 per 100k
141Aruba2.6 per 100
142Curaçao2.6 per 100
143Haiti2.6 per 1009.79 per 100k
144Netherlands2.6 per 1000.23 per 100k
145Northern Mariana Islands2.6 per 1000.97 per 100k
146Romania2.6 per 1000.06 per 100k
147Poland2.5 per 1000.08 per 100k
148Ecuador2.4 per 1005.5 per 100k
149Republic of the Congo2.4 per 1000.89 per 100k
150Sri Lanka2.4 per 1001 per 100k
151Algeria2.1 per 1000.31 per 100k
152Cameroon2.1 per 1001.03 per 100k
153Cuba2.1 per 1000.28 per 100k
154Liberia2.1 per 1000.84 per 100k
155Bolivia2 per 1002.56 per 100k
156Burundi2 per 1000.28 per 100k
157Peru2 per 1001.44 per 100k
158Senegal2 per 1000.44 per 100k
159Central African Republic1.8 per 1001.27 per 100k
160Myanmar1.6 per 1000.38 per 100k
161Vietnam1.6 per 1000.12 per 100k
162Comoros1.5 per 1003.16 per 100kYes
163Guinea-Bissau1.5 per 1003.43 per 100kYes
164Kenya1.5 per 1003.75 per 100k
165Nepal1.5 per 1000.1 per 100k
166Brunei1.4 per 1000.07 per 100kYes
167Democratic Republic of the Congo1.2 per 1000.49 per 100k
168Mali1.1 per 1004.45 per 100k
169Palestine1.1 per 1005.01 per 100k
170Tunisia1.1 per 1000.2 per 100k
171Chad1 per 1002.99 per 100k
172Guinea1 per 1002.65 per 100k
173Papua New Guinea1 per 1001.16 per 100k
174Burkina Faso0.9 per 1003.91 per 100k
175Zambia0.9 per 1003.71 per 100k
176Bhutan0.8 per 1000.1 per 100k
177British Virgin Islands0.8 per 100
178Tanzania0.8 per 1002.22 per 100k
179Togo0.8 per 1002.51 per 100k
180Uganda0.8 per 1002.2 per 100k
181Federated States of Micronesia0.7 per 1001.23 per 100k
182Madagascar0.7 per 1000.6 per 100k
183Malaysia0.7 per 1000.35 per 100k
184Fiji0.5 per 1000.16 per 100k
185Marshall Islands0.5 per 1001.07 per 100kYes
186Niger0.5 per 1002.83 per 100k
187Palau0.5 per 1000.78 per 100kYes
188Rwanda0.5 per 1001.06 per 100k
189Sierra Leone0.5 per 1000.5 per 100k
190Bangladesh0.4 per 1000.78 per 100k
191Eritrea0.4 per 1004.11 per 100kYes
192Ethiopia0.4 per 1002.91 per 100k
193Tajikistan0.4 per 1000.18 per 100k
194Turkmenistan0.4 per 1000.62 per 100k
195Uzbekistan0.4 per 1000.08 per 100k
196Benin0.3 per 1002.57 per 100k
197East Timor0.3 per 1000.89 per 100kYes
198Japan0.3 per 1000.02 per 100k
199Malawi0.3 per 1000.62 per 100k
200North Korea0.3 per 1000.12 per 100kYes
201Singapore0.3 per 1000.01 per 100k
202Solomon Islands0.2 per 1001.91 per 100kYes
203South Korea0.2 per 1000.02 per 100k
204Indonesia0 per 1000.06 per 100k
205Nauru0 per 1001.18 per 100kYes
206Taiwan0 per 1000.11 per 100k
207Vatican City0 per 100Yes

Countries with the Most Guns

The ten countries with the highest gun ownership rates in the world are the United States, Yemen, New Caledonia, Montenegro, Serbia, Canada, Uruguay, Cyprus, Finland, and Lebanon. The US is the country with the most guns per capita with 120.5 firearms for 100 people. Yemen is the second country with the most guns per capita with 52.8 firearms per 100 people. New Caledonia follows with a gun ownership rate of 42.5 per 100 people. Montenegro and Serbia have the same gun ownership rate of 39.1 per 100 people. Canada and Uruguay both have a gun ownership rate of 34.7 per 100 people. Cyprus is the eighth country with the most guns per capita with a rate of 34 firearms per 100 people. Finland is the ninth country with the most guns per capita with 32.4 firearms per 100 people. Finally, Lebanon is the tenth country with the most guns per capita with 31.9 firearms per 100 people.

Here are the top ten countries with the highest gun ownership rates:

1. United States – 120.5 per 100
2. Yemen – 52.8 per 100
3. New Caledonia – 42.5 per 100
4. Montenegro – 39.1 per 100
5. Serbia – 39.1 per 100
6. Canada – 34.7 per 100
7. Uruguay – 34.7 per 100
8. Cyprus – 34 per 100
9. Finland – 32.4 per 100
10. Lebanon – 31.9 per 100

Most Armed Country in the World

The United States is the most armed country in the world, with a gun ownership rate of 120.5 firearms per 100 people. There are several factors that contribute to this phenomenon. Firstly, the Second Amendment of the US Constitution, which grants citizens the right to bear arms, has played a significant role in shaping the country’s gun culture.

The size and diversity of the United States also contribute to the widespread availability of firearms. The country’s vast land area and varying regional cultures have resulted in different attitudes and regulations regarding gun ownership. While some states have relatively relaxed gun laws, others have more stringent regulations, leading to a patchwork of firearms policies across the nation.

It is important to note that the issue of gun ownership in the United States is complex and multifaceted, with diverse opinions and ongoing debates surrounding gun control, public safety, and individual rights. The high rate of gun ownership in the US reflects a unique combination of historical, cultural, and legal factors that contribute to the country’s status as the most armed nation in the world.

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12.5 per 100

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1.32 per 100k

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Albania

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12 per 100

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1.39 per 100k

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#72

Algeria

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2.1 per 100

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#151

0.31 per 100k

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#138

Andorra

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14.1 per 100

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#48

0.08 per 100k

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#178

Angola

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11.2 per 100

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#67

0.61 per 100k

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#109

Antigua and Barbuda

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5.4 per 100

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#102

1.9 per 100k

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#63

Argentina

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7.4 per 100

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#90

3.64 per 100k

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#39

Armenia

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6.1 per 100

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#100

0.64 per 100k

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#105

Aruba

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2.6 per 100

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#141

Australia

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14.5 per 100

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#45

0.18 per 100k

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#156

Austria

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30 per 100

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#13

0.13 per 100k

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#169

Austria, with a gun ownership rate of 30 firearms per 100 people, has a strong firearms culture deeply rooted in hunting and sport shooting. Hunting is a popular recreational activity in Austria, and the country boasts a long tradition of marksmanship competitions. The regulation of firearms is strict, ensuring responsible ownership and safety practices among firearm enthusiasts in Austria.

Azerbaijan

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3.6 per 100

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#120

0.27 per 100k

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#145

Bahrain

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12.8 per 100

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#54

0.36 per 100k

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#131

Bangladesh

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0.4 per 100

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#190

0.78 per 100k

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#99

Barbados

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3.5 per 100

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#125

4.3 per 100k

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#31

Belarus

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6.1 per 100

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#101

0.43 per 100k

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#125

Belgium

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12.7 per 100

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#55

0.34 per 100k

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#135

Belize

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10 per 100

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#73

15.04 per 100k

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#12

Benin

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0.3 per 100

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#196

2.57 per 100k

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#55

Bermuda

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4.6 per 100

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#110

1.5 per 100k

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#70

Bhutan

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0.8 per 100

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#176

0.1 per 100k

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#175

Bolivia

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2 per 100

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#155

2.56 per 100k

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#56

Bosnia and Herzegovina

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31.2 per 100

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#12

0.26 per 100k

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#147

Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a gun ownership rate of 31.2 firearms per 100 people, has a turbulent history marked by the Bosnian War and ethnic tensions. The presence of firearms in the country can be traced back to the legacy of the conflict and the need for self-defense during periods of instability. The accessibility of firearms, coupled with a desire for personal security, contributes to the relatively high gun ownership rate in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Botswana

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4.1 per 100

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#116

3.48 per 100k

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#41

Brazil

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8.3 per 100

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#84

20.8 per 100k

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#6

British Virgin Islands

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0.8 per 100

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#177

Brunei

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1.4 per 100

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#166

0.07 per 100k

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#183

Bulgaria

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8.4 per 100

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#83

0.55 per 100k

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#116

Burkina Faso

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0.9 per 100

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#174

3.91 per 100k

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#35

Burundi

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2 per 100

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#156

0.28 per 100k

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#142

Cambodia

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4.5 per 100

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#112

0.95 per 100k

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#90

Cameroon

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2.1 per 100

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#152

1.03 per 100k

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#84

Canada

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34.7 per 100

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0.5 per 100k

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#119

Canada has a gun ownership rate of 34.7 firearms per 100 people. The country has a long-standing tradition of hunting and sport shooting, with a significant portion of the population participating in these activities. However, compared to its neighbor, the United States, Canada has stricter gun control measures in place which contribute to a more regulated and responsible approach to gun ownership in the country.

Cayman Islands

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9.2 per 100

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#80

Central African Republic

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1.8 per 100

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#159

1.27 per 100k

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#75

Chad

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1 per 100

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#171

2.99 per 100k

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#48

Chile

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12.1 per 100

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#61

1.82 per 100k

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#65

Colombia

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10.1 per 100

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#71

24.8 per 100k

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#4

Comoros

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1.5 per 100

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#162

3.16 per 100k

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#46

Costa Rica

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10 per 100

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#74

6.94 per 100k

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#23

Croatia

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13.7 per 100

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#50

0.34 per 100k

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#136

Cuba

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2.1 per 100

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#153

0.28 per 100k

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#143

Curaçao

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2.6 per 100

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#142

Cyprus

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34 per 100

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0.51 per 100k

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#117

Cyprus has a gun ownership rate of 34 firearms per 100 people. The presence of firearms in Cyprus can be attributed to various factors, including the presence of United Nations peacekeeping forces and the desire for personal security in a region with a history of conflict.

Czech Republic

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12.5 per 100

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0.15 per 100k

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#165

Democratic Republic of the Congo

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1.2 per 100

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#167

0.49 per 100k

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#121

Denmark

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9.9 per 100

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#75

0.15 per 100k

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#166

Djibouti

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3.1 per 100

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#134

3.39 per 100k

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#43

Dominica

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6.2 per 100

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#98

3.53 per 100k

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#40

Dominican Republic

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7.4 per 100

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#91

11.28 per 100k

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#13

East Timor

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0.3 per 100

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#197

0.89 per 100k

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#92

Ecuador

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2.4 per 100

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#148

5.5 per 100k

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#25

Egypt

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4.1 per 100

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#117

0.38 per 100k

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#129

El Salvador

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12 per 100

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#64

35.5 per 100k

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Equatorial Guinea

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12.5 per 100

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#58

0.68 per 100k

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#103

Eritrea

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0.4 per 100

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#191

4.11 per 100k

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#33

Estonia

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5 per 100

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#106

0.27 per 100k

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#146

Eswatini

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4.8 per 100

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#107

3.66 per 100k

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#38

Ethiopia

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0.4 per 100

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#192

2.91 per 100k

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#49

Faroe Islands

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9.9 per 100

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#76

Federated States of Micronesia

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0.7 per 100

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#181

1.23 per 100k

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#76

Fiji

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0.5 per 100

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#184

0.16 per 100k

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#164

Finland

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32.4 per 100

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#9

0.21 per 100k

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#153

Finland, with a gun ownership rate of 32.4 firearms per 100 people, has a strong tradition of hunting and outdoor activities. The country's vast forests and abundant wildlife contribute to a culture where firearms are often seen as tools for both recreational and practical purposes. Finland also has stringent regulations and licensing requirements, ensuring responsible gun ownership and safety.

France

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19.6 per 100

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#23

0.32 per 100k

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#137

Gabon

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3.4 per 100

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#126

0.8 per 100k

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#98

Georgia

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10.1 per 100

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#72

1.2 per 100k

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#77

Germany

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19.6 per 100

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#24

0.08 per 100k

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#179

Ghana

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8 per 100

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#87

0.73 per 100k

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#101

Greece

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17.6 per 100

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#31

0.35 per 100k

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#132

Grenada

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4.6 per 100

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#111

0.66 per 100k

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#104

Guam

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11.5 per 100

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#65

0.58 per 100k

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#113

Guatemala

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12.1 per 100

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#62

28.23 per 100k

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#3

Guinea

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1 per 100

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#172

2.65 per 100k

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#54

Guinea-Bissau

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1.5 per 100

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#163

3.43 per 100k

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#42

Guyana

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15.8 per 100

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#41

10.22 per 100k

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#16

Haiti

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2.6 per 100

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#143

9.79 per 100k

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#18

Honduras

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14.1 per 100

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#49

21.22 per 100k

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#5

Hong Kong

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3.6 per 100

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#121

Hungary

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10.5 per 100

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#69

0.07 per 100k

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#184

Iceland

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31.7 per 100

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#11

0.06 per 100k

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#186

Iceland, known for its low crime rate, has a gun ownership rate of 31.7 firearms per 100 people. Firearms ownership in Iceland is primarily driven by a strong hunting and sport shooting culture, with hunting being an important part of the country's rural traditions. The stringent licensing and registration system, along with a focus on responsible gun ownership, contribute to the safe and regulated use of firearms in Iceland.

India

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5.3 per 100

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#104

0.56 per 100k

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#114

Indonesia

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0 per 100

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#204

0.06 per 100k

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#187

Iran

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7.3 per 100

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#92

0.6 per 100k

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#110

Iraq

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19.6 per 100

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#25

6.57 per 100k

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#24

Ireland

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7.2 per 100

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#93

0.18 per 100k

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#157

Israel

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6.7 per 100

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#94

1.05 per 100k

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#82

Italy

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14.4 per 100

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#46

0.35 per 100k

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#133

Ivory Coast

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4.4 per 100

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#114

3.28 per 100k

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#45

Jamaica

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8.8 per 100

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#81

10.06 per 100k

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#17

Japan

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0.3 per 100

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#198

0.02 per 100k

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#191

Jordan

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18.7 per 100

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#29

1.51 per 100k

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#69

Kazakhstan

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2.8 per 100

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#137

0.56 per 100k

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#115

Kenya

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1.5 per 100

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#164

3.75 per 100k

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#36

Kuwait

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16.7 per 100

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#32

0.28 per 100k

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#144

Kyrgyzstan

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2.8 per 100

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#138

0.4 per 100k

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#127

Laos

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3 per 100

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#135

2.47 per 100k

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#58

Latvia

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10.5 per 100

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#70

0.42 per 100k

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#126

Lebanon

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31.9 per 100

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#10

1.3 per 100k

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#74

Lebanon, with a gun ownership rate of 31.9 firearms per 100 people, has a complex history of sectarian tensions and political instability. The presence of firearms in Lebanon can be linked to a combination of factors, including the aftermath of the country's civil war, the influence of armed groups, and the desire for personal protection in an environment marked by uncertainty.

Lesotho

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4.8 per 100

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#108

5.3 per 100k

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#26

Liberia

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2.1 per 100

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#154

0.84 per 100k

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#95

Libya

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13.3 per 100

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#52

0.59 per 100k

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#112

Liechtenstein

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28.8 per 100

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Liechtenstein, with a gun ownership rate of 28.8 firearms per 100 people, has a small population and a rich hunting tradition. Firearms ownership in Liechtenstein is primarily driven by recreational activities and a sense of connection with nature. The country has strict regulations governing firearms, ensuring responsible ownership and safety.

Lithuania

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13.6 per 100

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#51

0.3 per 100k

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#139

Luxembourg

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18.9 per 100

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#27

0.21 per 100k

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#154

Macau

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3.6 per 100

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#122

Madagascar

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0.7 per 100

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#182

0.6 per 100k

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#111

Malawi

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0.3 per 100

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#199

0.62 per 100k

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#106

Malaysia

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0.7 per 100

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#183

0.35 per 100k

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#134

Maldives

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6.2 per 100

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#99

0.15 per 100k

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#167

Mali

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1.1 per 100

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#168

4.45 per 100k

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#30

Malta

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28.3 per 100

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#17

0.45 per 100k

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#123

Malta, with a gun ownership rate of 28.3 firearms per 100 people, has a unique historical context that influences firearm ownership. Firearms ownership in Malta is primarily driven by recreational activities such as sport shooting, with a focus on responsible gun ownership and safety.

Marshall Islands

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0.5 per 100

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#185

1.07 per 100k

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#80

Mauritania

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2.8 per 100

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#139

1.83 per 100k

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#64

Mauritius

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8.3 per 100

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#85

0.17 per 100k

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#161

Mexico

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12.9 per 100

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#53

15.55 per 100k

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#10

Moldova

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3 per 100

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#136

0.29 per 100k

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#141

Monaco

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19.6 per 100

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#26

0.09 per 100k

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#177

Mongolia

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7.9 per 100

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#88

0.22 per 100k

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#152

Montenegro

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39.1 per 100

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#4

0.99 per 100k

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#87

Montenegro has a gun ownership rate of 39.1 firearms per 100 people. The country has a historical connection to firearms due to its turbulent past, including the breakup of Yugoslavia. Montenegro's rugged terrain and strong hunting traditions also contribute to the relatively high gun ownership rate, with firearms being commonly used for recreational activities such as hunting and sport shooting.

Montserrat

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5.4 per 100

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#103

Morocco

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4.8 per 100

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#109

0.46 per 100k

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#122

Mozambique

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4.5 per 100

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#113

2.36 per 100k

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#59

Myanmar

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1.6 per 100

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#160

0.38 per 100k

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#130

Namibia

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15.4 per 100

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#43

3.37 per 100k

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#44

Nauru

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0 per 100

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#205

1.18 per 100k

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#78

Nepal

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1.5 per 100

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#165

0.1 per 100k

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#176

Netherlands

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2.6 per 100

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#144

0.23 per 100k

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#151

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42.5 per 100

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New Caledonia, an overseas territory of France, has a gun ownership rate of 42.5 firearms per 100 people. As a French territory with a unique cultural identity, New Caledonia has experienced tensions between the indigenous Kanak population and descendants of European settlers. These tensions, along with concerns about personal safety and protection, may contribute to the relatively high gun ownership rate in the region.

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26.3 per 100

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0.15 per 100k

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#168

New Zealand, with a gun ownership rate of 26.3 firearms per 100 people, has a hunting and outdoor culture similar to countries like Canada and Norway. Firearms ownership in New Zealand is primarily driven by recreational activities, including hunting and sport shooting. Following the Christchurch mosque shootings in 2019, the country implemented stricter firearms regulations to enhance public safety and prevent similar incidents.

Nicaragua

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5.2 per 100

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#105

2.9 per 100k

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#50

Niger

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0.5 per 100

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#186

2.83 per 100k

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#52

Nigeria

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3.2 per 100

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#132

1.81 per 100k

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#66

North Korea

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0.3 per 100

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#200

0.12 per 100k

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#172

Northern Mariana Islands

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2.6 per 100

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#145

0.97 per 100k

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#89

Norway

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28.8 per 100

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#16

0.07 per 100k

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#185

Norway, with a gun ownership rate of 28.8 firearms per 100 people, has a long-standing tradition of hunting and outdoor pursuits. The country's vast landscapes and wilderness provide ample opportunities for hunting, which is deeply ingrained in Norwegian culture. The regulations surrounding firearms ownership are strict, requiring thorough background checks and training to ensure responsible use.

Oman

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16.7 per 100

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#33

0.03 per 100k

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#190

Pakistan

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22.3 per 100

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#21

0.93 per 100k

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#91

Palau

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0.5 per 100

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#187

0.78 per 100k

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#100

Palestine

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1.1 per 100

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#169

5.01 per 100k

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#28

Panama

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10.8 per 100

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#68

10.6 per 100k

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#15

Papua New Guinea

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1 per 100

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#173

1.16 per 100k

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#79

Paraguay

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16.7 per 100

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#34

7.11 per 100k

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#22

People's Republic of China

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3.6 per 100

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#123

0.02 per 100k

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#192

Peru

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2 per 100

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#157

1.44 per 100k

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#71

Philippines

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3.6 per 100

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#124

8.28 per 100k

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#21

Poland

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2.5 per 100

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#147

0.08 per 100k

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#180

Portugal

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21.3 per 100

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#22

0.4 per 100k

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#128

Puerto Rico

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11.5 per 100

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#66

19.72 per 100k

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#7

Qatar

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16.7 per 100

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#35

0.13 per 100k

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#170

Republic of Macedonia

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29.8 per 100

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#14

0.98 per 100k

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#88

The Republic of Macedonia, with a gun ownership rate of 29.8 firearms per 100 people, has a history intertwined with regional conflicts and political transitions. The presence of firearms in the country can be attributed to factors such as the dissolution of Yugoslavia and the subsequent conflicts in the Balkans. The desire for personal protection and the perception of firearms as a symbol of national identity may also contribute to the gun ownership rate in Macedonia.

Republic of the Congo

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2.4 per 100

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#149

0.89 per 100k

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#93

Romania

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2.6 per 100

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#146

0.06 per 100k

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#188

Russia

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12.3 per 100

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#60

0.72 per 100k

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#102

Rwanda

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0.5 per 100

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#188

1.06 per 100k

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#81

Saint Kitts and Nevis

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3.4 per 100

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#127

10.99 per 100k

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#14

Saint Lucia

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3.4 per 100

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#128

9.14 per 100k

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#19

Saint Martin

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8.5 per 100

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#82

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

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3.4 per 100

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#129

9.11 per 100k

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#20

San Marino

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14.4 per 100

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#47

0.08 per 100k

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#181

São Tomé and Príncipe

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3.4 per 100

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#130

1.54 per 100k

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#68

Saudi Arabia

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16.7 per 100

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#36

0.17 per 100k

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#162

Senegal

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2 per 100

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#158

0.44 per 100k

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#124

Serbia

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39.1 per 100

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0.82 per 100k

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#97

Serbia has a gun ownership rate of 39.1 firearms per 100 people. Serbia has a history marked by political turmoil and conflicts, including the breakup of Yugoslavia. The legacy of these events, coupled with a strong hunting culture and the perception of firearms as a means of protection, contribute to the country's relatively high gun ownership rate.

Seychelles

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4.1 per 100

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#118

1.69 per 100k

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#67

Sierra Leone

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0.5 per 100

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#189

0.5 per 100k

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#120

Singapore

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0.3 per 100

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#201

0.01 per 100k

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#194

Sint Maarten

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4.2 per 100

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#115

Slovakia

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6.5 per 100

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#96

0.25 per 100k

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#148

Slovenia

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15.6 per 100

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#42

0.18 per 100k

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#158

Solomon Islands

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0.2 per 100

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#202

1.91 per 100k

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#62

Somalia

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12.4 per 100

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#59

5.06 per 100k

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#27

South Africa

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9.7 per 100

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#78

4.87 per 100k

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#29

South Korea

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0.2 per 100

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#203

0.02 per 100k

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#193

South Sudan

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9.6 per 100

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#79

2.78 per 100k

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#53

Spain

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7.5 per 100

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#89

0.13 per 100k

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#171

Sri Lanka

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2.4 per 100

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#150

1 per 100k

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#85

Sudan

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6.6 per 100

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#95

0.51 per 100k

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#118

Suriname

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15.9 per 100

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#40

2.89 per 100k

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#51

Sweden

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23.1 per 100

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#20

0.25 per 100k

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#149

Sweden, with a gun ownership rate of 23.1 firearms per 100 people, has a strong hunting tradition and a culture that values outdoor activities. Hunting is a popular pastime in Sweden, and firearms ownership is often associated with rural lifestyles. The country has strict regulations governing firearm acquisition and possession, ensuring responsible ownership and safety practices among gun owners.

Switzerland

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27.6 per 100

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#18

0.18 per 100k

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#159

Switzerland, known for its militia system, has a gun ownership rate of 27.6 firearms per 100 people. The Swiss militia tradition, where citizens serve in the armed forces and keep their military-issued firearms at home, contributes to the relatively high gun ownership rate. Switzerland also has a strong tradition of sport shooting and recreational firearm use, and strict regulations ensure responsible ownership and safety.

Syria

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8.2 per 100

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#86

1 per 100k

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#86

Taiwan

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0 per 100

Ranked in the World

#206

0.11 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#174

Tajikistan

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0.4 per 100

Ranked in the World

#193

0.18 per 100k

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#160

Tanzania

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0.8 per 100

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#178

2.22 per 100k

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#60

Thailand

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15.1 per 100

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#44

3.11 per 100k

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#47

The Bahamas

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18.8 per 100

Ranked in the World

#28

19.72 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#8

The Gambia

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6.5 per 100

Ranked in the World

#97

0.24 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#150

Togo

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0.8 per 100

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#179

2.51 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#57

Trinidad and Tobago

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3.2 per 100

Ranked in the World

#133

15.21 per 100k

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#11

Tunisia

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1.1 per 100

Ranked in the World

#170

0.2 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#155

Turkey

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16.5 per 100

Ranked in the World

#39

1.05 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#83

Turkmenistan

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0.4 per 100

Ranked in the World

#194

0.62 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#107

Turks and Caicos Islands

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3.3 per 100

Ranked in the World

#131

Uganda

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0.8 per 100

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#180

2.2 per 100k

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#61

Ukraine

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9.9 per 100

Ranked in the World

#77

0.62 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#108

United Arab Emirates

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16.7 per 100

Ranked in the World

#37

0.3 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#140

United States of America

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120.5 per 100

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#1

4.12 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#32

The United States is the most armed country with a gun ownership rate of 120.5 firearms per 100 people. This high rate can be attributed to various factors, including the constitutional right to bear arms, a deep-rooted gun culture emphasizing self-defense, and the influence of popular culture that often romanticizes firearms.

United States Virgin Islands

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16.6 per 100

Ranked in the World

#38

19.29 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#9

Uruguay

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34.7 per 100

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#7

4.02 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#34

Uruguay has a gun ownership rate of 34.7 firearms per 100 people. While firearms are prevalent in Uruguay, the country also faces challenges related to illegal arms trafficking and organized crime.

Uzbekistan

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0.4 per 100

Ranked in the World

#195

0.08 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#182

Vanuatu

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3.9 per 100

Ranked in the World

#119

0.17 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#163

Vatican City

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0 per 100

Ranked in the World

#207

Venezuela

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18.5 per 100

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#30

32.75 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#2

Vietnam

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1.6 per 100

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#161

0.12 per 100k

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#173

Yemen

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52.8 per 100

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#2

0.83 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#96

Yemen has a gun ownership rate of 52.8 firearms per 100 people. The country has faced long-standing political instability and armed conflicts, which have contributed to the proliferation of firearms. The availability of weapons in Yemen has been linked to the country's ongoing civil war and tribal disputes, further exacerbating the situation.

Zambia

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0.9 per 100

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#175

3.71 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#37

Zimbabwe

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2.8 per 100

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#140

0.88 per 100k

Ranked in the World

#94

FAQs

What country has the most guns ?

The United States is the country with the most guns with 120.5 firearms per 100 people.

How many guns per person are there in America ?

There are 120.5 guns per 100 people in America.

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