Summary
This year, mass killings in the U.S. reached their lowest point since 2006. The decrease aligns with a general drop in violent crime across the country. Most mass killings continue to involve guns, with many occurring in or around homes.
Key Facts
- Mass killings in the U.S. are at their lowest in 2025 since records began in 2006.
- A mass killing is defined as an event where four or more people are killed intentionally in 24 hours, excluding the attacker.
- The highest number of mass killings was 46 in 2019; in 2025, there have been 17 incidents so far.
- Most mass killings (79%) involve firearms.
- Data shows about 67% of mass killings happen in or near people's homes.
- Mass shootings also decreased, recording 381 incidents in 2025 compared to 503 in 2024.
- Gun violence remains a significant issue, with many initiatives targeting its reduction.
