HYDERABAD, India, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- According to the latest report by Mordor Intelligence, gunshot detection system market size is projected to expand from USD 1.31 billion in 2026 to nearly USD 2.48 billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 13.66% during the 2026-2031 period. Growth is primarily driven by increasing urban firearm incidents and sustained public-sector investments in safety infrastructure. Advanced dual-sensor technologies are helping reduce false alarms, strengthening system adoption. Vendors are also shifting toward subscription-based models, enabling cities to deploy solutions without significant upfront costs. Integration with video analytics, drones, and real-time crime centers is expanding applications across schools, critical infrastructure, and defense sectors. North America currently leads the market, while Asia-Pacific is witnessing faster growth supported by smart-city initiatives and local technology development.
Gunshot Detection System Market Trends and Drivers
Increasing federal and local government funding for public safety technologies: Targeted grant initiatives are making it easier for mid-sized cities to invest in advanced safety systems. Several U.S. states have set aside specific funding for AI-based gun detection in K-12 schools, while some municipalities are even covering ongoing subscription costs. At the same time, a national tech review has highlighted the value of platforms that integrate smoothly with existing dispatch and public safety systems, encouraging agencies to favor vendors offering strong interoperability.
Concerns around evidence accuracy and false alarms: Research conducted in multiple U.S. cities has indicated that some gunshot detection alerts were more likely to be unfounded compared to traditional emergency calls, leading courts to examine how such evidence is used. Civil liberty groups have also raised concerns about continuous background audio monitoring, sparking discussions around data retention and accountability. In response, vendors are strengthening human verification processes and improving audit transparency to reinforce confidence in their systems.
Gunshot Detection System Market Share by Region
North America accounted for the largest portion of the market in 2025, supported by ongoing firearm-related incidents and sustained federal funding initiatives such as the Justice Assistance Grant. Major cities including New York, Chicago, and San Francisco have integrated these systems with real-time crime centres, reflecting a more mature deployment landscape. Additionally, philanthropic support has helped extend coverage to communities that previously lacked access to such safety technologies.
Several South American cities with elevated homicide levels are testing gunshot detection solutions, even as budget limitations remain a challenge. Flexible subscription models are helping municipalities move forward without significant upfront investment. In the Middle East and parts of Africa, adoption is largely focused on protecting energy assets and major public events, with deployments often paired with drone surveillance to enable faster response times.
Gunshot Detection System Industry Segmentation
By Application
- Indoor
- Outdoor
By Installation
- Fixed
- Vehicle-Mounted
- Soldier-Mounted / Portable
By Solution
- Systems
- Subscription-Based Gunshot Detection Services (SaaS)
By End User
- Défense and Military
- Law Enforcement Agencies
- Commercial and Critical Infrastructure
- Campus and Educational Institutions
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Companies in the Gunshot Detection System Industry
- SoundThinking, Inc.
- Raytheon BBN (RTX Corporation)
- Thales Group
- QinetiQ Group plc
- ASELSAN A.S.
- ACOEM Group
- Databuoy Corporation
- Microflown AVISA
- Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- Rafael Advanced Defense Systems Ltd.
- Rheinmetall AG
- Shooter Detection Systems LLC
- Safety Dynamics, Inc.
- EAGL Technology, Inc.
- Louroe Electronics, Inc.
- Pelco (Motorola Solutions, Inc.)
- AmberBox, Inc.
- Nextivity, Inc.
- Knightscope, Inc.
- Omnilert LLC
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