City Dashboard: Gun Homicide (2024)

FAQs

Which city has the most gun murders? ›

Our data placed St. Louis at the top of the list for the highest number of gun-related injuries per 10,000 residents (18.6) as well as the highest incidence of gun-related deaths (9.1 per 10,000 people). However, Ocala, Florida is another city that has to be in the spotlight when it comes to firearm-related incidents.

As of 2024, Mississippi was the state with the highest gun violence rate per 100,000 residents in the United States, at 29.7 percent, followed by Louisiana, at 28.2 percent. In comparison, Rhode Island had a gun violence rate of 3.1 percent, the lowest out of all the states.

Leading states for gun law strength in the U.S. 2024

California led the way in gun safety in the United States as of January 2024, with a composite score of 89.5 based on the presence of 50 key gun safety policies. New York followed, with a score of 83.5, while Illinois rounded out the top three with a score of 83.

Every year, 117,345 people are shot.

42,654 people die from gun violence. 16,651 are murdered. 76,725 people survive gunshot injuries.

The most dangerous city in the USA is St. Louis, with 2082.29 violent crimes per 100,000 people recorded in 2019. High levels of poverty and racial segregation are thought to be contributing factors. Homicide rates remain elevated, with 194 instances recorded in 2019 alone.

Handguns are by far the most common murder weapon used in the United States, accounting for 7,936 homicides in 2022. This is followed by firearms of an unstated type, with 5,704 cases in that year.

#1 New Hampshire

New Hampshire is a permitless carry state with incredibly relaxed gun laws and low crime rates. Any citizen over 18 years old who is lawfully permitted to possess a firearm can open and conceal carry. New Hampshire residents can travel to 29 other states with a pistol and revolver license.

Forty-four states have a provision in their state constitutions similar to the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right to keep and bear arms. The exceptions are California, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, and New York.

5 States with Highest and Lowest Gun Ownership

Montana has the highest rate of gun ownership, followed by Wyoming, Alaska, Idaho, and West Virginia. On the contrary, New Jersey has the lowest rate, with Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Hawaii, and New York trailing closely behind.

The US ranks first for rates of firearm homicides among high-income countries with populations over 10 million. Originally published March 25, 2021. Last updated October 31, 2023. Among 65 high-income countries and territories, the United States stands out for its high levels of gun violence.

How many school shootings in 2024? ›

This tracker has counted 149 school shootings so far in 2024. EducationWeek (Center bias), a news organization, uses more limited criteria and has counted 19 school shootings so far in 2024. The K-12 Violence Project counted 346 school shootings in 2023, versus 37 counted by EducationWeek.

Nearly two-thirds of gun deaths are suicides The U.S. gun suicide rate is eight times that of other high-income countries. Access to a gun increases the risk of death by suicide three times Gun suicides are concentrated in states with high rates of gun ownership.

5 States with Highest and Lowest Gun Ownership

Montana has the highest rate of gun ownership, followed by Wyoming, Alaska, Idaho, and West Virginia. On the contrary, New Jersey has the lowest rate, with Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Hawaii, and New York trailing closely behind.

Gun-related assault death rates peak in the 15 to 34 age groups for both males and females. However, gun-related suicide death rates are highest for females age 45 to 64, and for males age 75 and older.

Chicagos crime rate is about 4381.65 per 100,000 people. Which is 45th in the list of cities ranked by crime. Number one is Albuquerque, New Mexico at 8734.98 per 100,000. For just murder, Chicago is 14th or so.