Gun Violence by State

Alabama is one of the states with the most gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 23.6 per 100,000 people. It has witnessed 16 mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 52.80%. The high prevalence of firearms, a strong gun culture, and socio-economic challenges contribute to the elevated gun violence in Alabama.

Alaska is one of the states with the most gun violence reporting a gun death rate of 23.5 per 100,000 people. It has not reported any mass shootings, but the state has a high gun ownership rate of 57.20%. The remoteness of communities, a culture of self-sufficiency, and limited access to mental health services contribute to Alaska's higher gun violence rates.

Arizona is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting 16.7 gun deaths per 100,000 people and 13 recorded mass shootings. The state has a gun ownership rate of 36.40%. Factors such as a culture of gun ownership, lenient gun regulations, and proximity to the U.S.-Mexico border may contribute to the higher levels of gun violence in Arizona.

Arkansas is one of the states with the most gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 22.6 per 100,000 people. It has experienced five mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 51.80%. Contributing factors to the higher gun violence in Arkansas include a combination of rural poverty, limited access to mental health resources, and cultural norms surrounding firearms.

California reports a gun death rate of 8.5 per 100,000 people, 49 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 16.30%.

Colorado experiences relatively low gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 15.4 per 100,000 people, 13 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 37.90%.

Connecticut has a relatively low gun violence rate compared to other states, reporting a gun death rate of 6 per 100,000 people, 3 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 18.80%.

Delaware experiences relatively low gun violence, with a gun death rate of 14.4 per 100,000 people, 2 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 38.70%.

Florida has a gun death rate of 13.7 per 100,000 people, 31 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 28.80%.

Georgia is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting 17.7 gun deaths per 100,000 people and a significant number of 29 recorded mass shootings. The state has a gun ownership rate of 37.70%. Factors such as a large population, urban areas with concentrated poverty, and a relatively higher rate of firearm availability may contribute to the elevated levels of gun violence in Georgia.

Hawaii has the lowest gun violence rate compared to other states, reporting a gun death rate of 3.4 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 9.10%.

Idaho is one of the states with the highest gun violence reporting a gun death rate of 17.6 per 100,000 people and has recorded one mass shooting. The state has a relatively high gun ownership rate of 57.80%. A combination of factors, including a strong gun culture, lenient gun laws, and a rural population, may contribute to the higher levels of gun violence observed in Idaho.

Illinois has a gun death rate of 14.1 per 100,000 people, 57 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 22.60%.

Indiana is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 17.3 per 100,000 people and 15 recorded mass shootings. The state has a gun ownership rate of 42.40%. A combination of factors such as urban areas with higher crime rates, a large number of firearms in circulation, and potentially inadequate background check systems may contribute to the higher levels of gun violence in Indiana.

Iowa experiences relatively low gun violence, recording a gun death rate of 11.2 per 100,000 people, 2 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 38.50%.

Kansas is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 16.9 per 100,000 people and three recorded mass shootings. The state has a gun ownership rate of 42.30%. Factors such as cultural attitudes towards firearms, relatively permissive gun laws, and potential limitations in mental health resources may contribute to the elevated levels of gun violence in Kansas.

Kentucky is one of the states with the highest gun violence, with a gun death rate of 20.1 per 100,000 people and nine recorded mass shootings. The state has a significant gun ownership rate of 52.50%. A combination of factors, including cultural traditions surrounding firearms, a high prevalence of gun ownership, and potentially inadequate gun control measures, may contribute to the higher levels of gun violence in Kentucky.

Louisiana is one of the states with the most gun violence, with a gun death rate of 26.3 per 100,000 people. It has witnessed 28 mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 52.30%. Contributing factors to the high gun violence in Louisiana may include a history of high crime rates, gang activity, and limited access to quality education and healthcare, which can lead to socioeconomic disparities.

Maine experiences relatively low gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 10.4 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 47.70%.

Maryland has a relatively low gun violence rate compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 13.5 per 100,000 people, 19 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 16.70%.

Massachusetts experiences relatively low gun violence, with a gun death rate of 3.7 per 100,000 people, 3 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 9.90%.

Michigan has a relatively low gun violence rate, with a gun death rate of 14.6 per 100,000 people, 25 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 38.90%.

Minnesota experiences relatively low gun violence, with a gun death rate of 8.9 per 100,000 people, 12 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 39.10%.

Mississippi is one of the states with the most gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 28.6 per 100,000 people. It has experienced 14 mass shootings, and the state has a high gun ownership rate of 54.10%. The high gun violence in Mississippi may be attributed to factors such as a cultural affinity towards firearms, lax gun laws, and socioeconomic challenges.

Missouri is one of the states with the most gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 23.9 per 100,000 people. It has experienced 14 mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 52.80%. Contributing factors to the high gun violence in Missouri may include a combination of urban crime rates, socioeconomic disparities, and the influence of neighboring states with lax gun laws.

Montana is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 20.9 per 100,000 people. Despite having no recorded mass shootings, the state has a relatively high gun ownership rate of 65.70%. The presence of firearms for various purposes, including hunting and self-defense, may contribute to the higher gun violence rates in Montana.

Nebraska has a relatively low gun violence rate compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 10.1 per 100,000 people, 5 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 39.20%.

Nevada is one of the states with the highest gun violence reporting a gun death rate of 17 per 100,000 people and has experienced five recorded mass shootings. The state has a gun ownership rate of 32.90%. Factors such as the presence of a major tourist destination (Las Vegas), the potential impact of transient populations, and relatively relaxed gun laws may contribute to the higher gun violence levels observed in Nevada.

In New Hampshire, the gun violence rate is relatively low compared to other states, recording a gun death rate of 8.9 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively high gun ownership rate of 46.30%.

New Jersey has a relatively low gun violence rate, recording a gun death rate of 5 per 100,000 people, 9 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 8.90%.

New Mexico is one of the states with the most gun violence with a gun death rate of 22.7 per 100,000 people. It has witnessed four mass shootings and has a gun ownership rate of 35.90%. Factors contributing to higher gun violence in New Mexico include drug trafficking, gang activity, and socioeconomic challenges, particularly in certain urban areas.

New York reports a gun death rate of 5.3 per 100,000 people, 31 recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 14.50%.

Gun violence in North Carolina is relatively low compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 16 per 100,000 people, 21 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 37.10%.

North Dakota has a relatively low gun violence rate, recording a gun death rate of 13.8 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively high gun ownership rate of 53.30%.

In Ohio, the gun violence rate is relatively low compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 15.2 per 100,000 people, 19 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 41.90%.

Oklahoma is one of the states with the highest gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 20.7 per 100,000 people. The state has experienced eight recorded mass shootings and has a gun ownership rate of 54.90%. Factors such as a cultural affinity towards firearms, limited access to mental health resources, and lax gun control regulations may contribute to the higher gun violence levels in Oklahoma.

Gun violence in Oregon is relatively low compared to other states, reporting a gun death rate of 13 per 100,000 people, 6 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 41.40%.

Pennsylvania reports a gun death rate of 13.6 per 100,000 people, 34 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 40.20%.

Gun violence in Rhode Island is relatively low compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 5.1 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively low gun ownership rate of 13.90%.

South Carolina is one of the states with the most gun violence, reporting a gun death rate of 22 per 100,000 people. It has witnessed 20 mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 45.50%. Contributing factors to the higher gun violence in South Carolina may include gang activity, socioeconomic disparities, and the presence of urban centers with higher crime rates.

In South Dakota, the gun violence rate is relatively low compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 13.6 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively high gun ownership rate of 55.60%.

Tennessee is one of the states with the most gun violence, with a gun death rate of 21.3 per 100,000 people. It has experienced 17 mass shootings, and the state has a gun ownership rate of 46.90%. Contributing factors to the higher gun violence in Tennessee may include a combination of urban crime rates, socioeconomic challenges, and easy access to firearms.

Texas has a relatively low gun violence rate compared to other states, reporting a gun death rate of 14.2 per 100,000 people, 50 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 35.50%.

Utah experiences relatively low gun violence, recording a gun death rate of 13.6 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 39.70%.

In Vermont, the gun violence rate is relatively low compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 11.6 per 100,000 people, no recorded mass shootings, and a relatively high gun ownership rate of 50.30%.

Virginia experiences relatively low gun violence, with a gun death rate of 13.4 per 100,000 people, 20 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 35.30%.

Washington has a relatively low gun violence rate compared to other states, with a gun death rate of 10.9 per 100,000 people, 11 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 32.10%.

West Virginia is one of the states with the highest gun violence with a gun death rate of 18.1 per 100,000 people. Although the state has no recorded mass shootings, it has a gun ownership rate of 60.60%. The intersection of cultural factors, including a long history of hunting and a rural population, along with relatively relaxed gun laws, may play a role in the higher gun violence levels observed in West Virginia.

Wisconsin has a relatively low gun violence rate, with a gun death rate of 12.2 per 100,000 people, 16 recorded mass shootings, and a gun ownership rate of 47.10%.

Wyoming is one of the states with the most gun violence with a gun death rate of 25.9 per 100,000 people. Although it has not reported any mass shootings, the state has a relatively high gun ownership rate of 60.70%. The reasons for Wyoming's higher gun violence may include its rural nature, where firearms are commonly used for hunting and self-defense, as well as limited access to mental health resources and geographic isolation.