A new survey conducted by SafeWise reveals with a rise in gun sales across the state, residents are on edge about gun violence. More guns were sold in Indiana than almost any other state

According to the FBI, over 1.1 million firearm background checks were performed in the state so far in 2021.

Meanwhile, the nationwide survey found that Indiana is one of the most-concerned states in the country about gun violence.

SafeWise’s State of Safety in America in 2021 survey asked over 5,000 Americans about their perceptions of crime and safety, and found that 60% of Indiana residents are highly concerned about gun violence daily, much higher than the US average (53%).

Here are some key stats:

• Less than half (48%) of Indiana residents call Indiana a “safe” state.
• 44% of Indiana residents are worried about a gun violence incident happening to them (US average 38%).
• 10% of Indiana residents reported that they or someone they know were a victim of gun violence in the last 12 months.
• 68% of Indiana residents think that crime is on the rise.
• 24% of Indiana residents say they protect their property with a firearm.
• 17% of Indiana residents say they carry a concealed firearm for personal protection.

You can read the full State of Safety report here on their website.