Nevada Gun Violence Statistics & Prevention
How can we measure the impact of gun violence in Nevada, and what can employers and facility managers realistically do to keep their people safe?
At Omnilert, we specialize in AI security software and emergency notification systems. We work with organizations all across Nevada – from the bustling casinos and hotels of Las Vegas to corporate offices in Reno and remote facilities across the state’s vast federal lands – to help solve for the worst case security scenarios, especially active shooter events.
Here, we provide objective information about gun violence in Nevada and offer our insight on the limitations of traditional security systems for preventing casualty events in high-traffic hospitality environments, dispersed corporate campuses, and remote locations where help may be far away. We’ll also look at how our own AI security technology can help keep people safer across Nevada’s diverse landscape.
Where Does Nevada Rank in Gun Violence?
The CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics conducts an annual survey of firearm mortality by state. So where does Nevada rank for gun violence amongst all fifty states?
Gun Related Deaths: #28
616 fatalities in 2023, ranking them number 28 of 50.
Population-Based Death Rate: #16
18.4 gun-related deaths per 100,000 people.
Top 5 Most Dangerous Cities in Nevada
- Las Vegas
- North Las Vegas
- Reno
- Winnemucco
- Elko
Top 5 Safest Cities in Nevada
- Mesquite
- Boulder City
- Fallon
- Henderson
- Sparks
Significant Mass Shooting Events in Nevada’s Recent History
Nevada, with its high concentration of tourists and crowded entertainment venues, faces significant risks when it comes to mass casualty events resulting from gun violence. A mass shooting event, as defined by the Gun Violence Archive, describes an incident in which four or more people are injured by a firearm in one location around the same time.
UNLV Shooting (2023)
A gunman opened fire at the University of Nevada Las Vegas campus, killing three people and injuring one person.
Henderson Shooting (2020)
Three people were killed and one person was injured when a gunman opened fire at an apartment complex.
Las Vegas Shooting (2017)
A man on the 32nd floor of a hotel opened fire on a country music festival happening outside, killing 60 people and injuring 867 others, with 411 of them suffering from gunshot wounds.
Nevada’s Approach to Limiting Gun Violence
Nevada has taken a mixed approach to addressing gun violence, implementing several key safety measures in recent years while facing political resistance to further reforms..
- Universal background checks – requiring all firearm sales and transfers, including private party transactions, to go through a licensed dealer
- Extreme Risk Protection Orders (red flag laws) – allowing courts to temporarily remove firearms from individuals displaying high-risk behavior
- Secure storage requirements – mandating that firearms be stored locked, unloaded, and separate from ammunition in certain circumstances to prevent child access;
- Age restrictions on semiautomatic weapons -the legislature recently passed legislation to raise the minimum age for purchasing or possessing semiautomatic shotguns and semiautomatic assault weapons to 21
- Bump stock bans – prohibiting devices that enable semi-automatic weapons to fire continuously.
In Nevada, the rate of gun deaths increased 24% from 2014 to 2023, compared to a 33% increase nationwide, suggesting that while Nevada’s gun violence problem has worsened, the state’s safety measures may have helped slow the rate of increase compared to national trends. However, over the past two years, Republican lawmakers have blocked the enactment of nearly every gun safety measure that the gun sense majority in the Legislature has advanced, limiting the full potential impact of the state’s gun safety efforts.
Why Nevada Needs Help Why Nevada Facilities Need Better Security Solutions to Prevent Gun Violence
Most security systems today operate with inherent limitations that make them less practical for preventing a determined active shooter. On that front, these systems are better at documenting incidents than they are at actually preventing violence.
Limitations of traditional security systems for shooter prevention:
- Surveillance cameras only help with investigations after incidents occur
- Gunshot detection waits until someone’s already shooting
- Manual monitoring fails because humans can’t watch dozens of feeds effectively
- Emergency response protocols depend on someone being available to activate them
In other words, by the time traditional systems kick in, it’s often too late.
How Omnilert Can Help Using Military-Grade AI Technology to Detect Firearms Before Shots are Fired
When seconds matter most, AI visual gun detection can identify firearms before shots are fired. Military-grade technology like Omnilert’s can integrate with your existing cameras to protect your facility and enact an automated emergency response if a threat is detected.
By themselves, security cameras can’t prevent what they can’t predict. Omnilert brings gun detection technology to facilities across the United States to transform your existing surveillance into an active threat prevention system. Instead of documenting incidents after they happen, AI-powered visual detection spots firearms the moment they appear and triggers immediate response protocols.
Benefits of Omnilert Engaging a Full-Scale Emergency Response to Active Shooters
If an active threat is confirmed at your Nevada facility, there’s no time to waste. The situation calls for an immediate and complete emergency response. Facilities that use Omnilert initiate an automated response across multiple technologies to help protect as many lives as possible.
Instant Notifications
Multi-channel emergency notifications instantly alert staff, security, and law enforcement.
Automated Response
Automated response workflows that trigger lockdown procedures, activate alarms, and more.
Mobile Alerts
Mobile applications that keep staff informed and connected during emergencies.
Alarm Activation
Use audio and video systems to sound alarms and deliver clear safety instructions.
Access Control
Lock or unlock doors to contain threats, secure exits, and protect vulnerable areas.
Custom Response
Engage a fully-custom response using your existing security technology.
Law Enforcement
Notify local police of an active threat or verified security incident.
Liability Protection
Omnilert’s DHS SAFETY Act designation offers liability protection.
Protecting Spaces Everywhere What Types of Nevada Industries Are Vulnerable to Gun Violence?
We provide our security platform to all kinds of industries in Nevada. Each environment has its own security challenges, but the core need remains the same: early threat detection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Common Questions About Nevada Gun Violence Statistics
How many people die from gun violence in Nevada each year?
In 2023, an estimated 616 people died from gun-related injuries in Nevada, which translates to about 18.4 out of every 100,000 people. In an average year, 581 people die from gun violence in the state, meaning someone dies from gun violence every 15 hours.
What percentage of gun deaths are suicides versus homicides?
In 2023, 98% of gun-related deaths in Nevada were either suicides or homicides, with about 68% of the state’s gun-related deaths being suicides. Sixty-eight percent of those deaths are gun suicides, and 29% are gun homicides.
How does Nevada’s gun death rate compare to the national average?
In 2023, the rate of gun-related deaths in Nevada was 34% higher than the overall rate of gun-related deaths in the US. In Nevada, the rate of gun deaths increased 24% from 2014 to 2023, compared to a 33% increase nationwide.
What is Nevada’s gun ownership rate?
Approximately 37.5 percent of Nevada residents currently own guns. According to other estimates, an estimated 47.3% of Nevada adults have guns in their homes.
Which demographic groups are most affected by gun violence in Nevada?
Males were three times as likely to die by gun homicide than females, and Black people were eight times as likely to die by gun homicide than their white counterparts. Young Black males ages 15-34 made up 1.5% of the population but accounted for 18% of all gun homicides in 2023. For suicides, white males over the age of 34 accounted for nearly 16% of the population in Nevada but 51% of all gun suicide deaths in 2023.
Sources (as of December 23, 2025)
- https://everytownresearch.org/report/city-data/
- https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-nevada/
- https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-best-places-to-live-in-nevada-in-2025.html
- https://nextdoor.com/rankings/safest-places-to-live/nv/
- https://www.newhomesource.com/learn/10-safest-cities-nevada/
- https://www.areavibes.com/nv/safest-cities/
- https://reolink.com/blog/safest-cities-in-nevada/
- https://www.homesnacks.com/cities/safest-places-in-nevada/
- https://www.safewise.com/blog/safest-cities-nevada/
