The Small Arms Survey predicts that of the one billion firearms globally, 85% are owned by civilians, with ownership varying significantly by country.
The U.S. surgeon general declared firearm violence a public health crisis, noting 48,204 deaths from firearm-related injuries in 2022, representing a 50% increase since 2010.
Countries permitting civilian gun ownership number over 175, yet regulations vary widely, resulting in significant discrepancies in gun possession per population.
Among the 35 countries with GDP data related to civilian gun ownership, 13 of the wealthiest countries feature on the list, influencing the context of firearm possession.
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