National Gun Group Estimates Americans Own Over a Combined 500 Million Firearms Americans collectively own an estimated 506.1 million firearms, with personal protection cited as the primary motivation by 72% of owners. Data indicates that nearly one-third of U.S. adults own a gun, with higher rates among Republicans, men, and White Americans. Despite the high ownership numbers, firearm manufacturing saw a decrease in 2023, though over 13.5 million guns still entered the domestic market.

• Americans collectively own an estimated 506.1 million firearms.
• Personal protection is the primary motivation for gun ownership for 72% of owners.
• Nearly one-third of U.S. adults own a gun.
• Gun ownership is higher among Republicans (45%) than Democrats (20%).
• Men (40%) are more likely to own guns than women (25%).
• White Americans (38%) own guns at higher rates than Black (24%), Hispanic (20%), and Asian (10%) Americans.
• Firearm manufacturing decreased by 15.4% in 2023, with nearly 8.5 million guns produced.
• Over 13.5 million guns entered the domestic market in 2023, with handguns making up the majority.