The State of Gun Violence in California

How does California compare to other states and national averages for gun violence? The Gun Violence Research Center has research spanning decades, and is updated each weekday with new incidents and analysis.

Click the arrow below to read about gun violence trends in California or use the dropdown menu to select a different state.

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California General Information & Records Analyzed

State Population

State Area

Incidents Analyzed (Total)

Incidents Analyzed
(Last 365 Days)

Number of Victims: Fatalities

Number of Victims: Injured

California vs. National Comparison

Incidents Compared to National Average

Fatalities Compared to National Average

California Gun Violence Statistical Analysis

Inside / Outside

Incidents by Top Industries

Gun Violence Type

Gun Violence Situation Breakdown

Active Shooter Typology

Shooter Outcome

Latest Gun Violence Research Reports

Active Shooter Typology report for education

Active Shooter Typology Report: Education Edition

Detection is protection when it comes to gun violence

Gun Detection is Protection Research Report

Active shooter typology report business and public spaces

Active Shooter Typology Report: Business & Public Spaces

A Deeper Look at Gun Violence Across The Nation

Incident Reports

View All Incident Reports