For people wondering why a state like TX or CO might be lower on gun ownership: the top states for guns tend to be the states with the least percentage of immigrants. 7 of the top 10 states for gun ownership are also in the top 10 least percent immigrants (and only AK is outside the top-16).

Gun Ownership by State (2026 Statistics)Which states have the highest rates of guns per capita? This article breaks down gun ownership by state.ammo.com