By Sam Jacobs – Ammo.com

Have you ever wondered how many gun owners there are in America? We sure have! While the answer to that question isn’t easy (thanks to the Bill of Rights), we collected the most reputable information and compiled it in one easy-to-read report.

If you’re in a hurry, but want the highlights, here they are:

• In 2025, approximately 36% of American households have at least one firearm.
• Household firearm ownership decreased in the U.S. by 26.5% between 1959 and 2025.
• Between 28-45% of men report owning a gun, compared to 17-25% of women.

Our report also analyzes gun ownership among urban and rural populations, political parties, and first-time buyers. Feel free to read the entire report and share it with others! You’ll find it here:

https://ammo.com/research/firearm-ownership-in-america-by-year