Gunshot Detection System Market Report 2026

The gunshot detection system market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $1.57 billion in 2025 to $1.72 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing deployment of acoustic sensor networks in urban areas to detect and locate gunfire, rising adoption of centralized detection software improving incident verification accuracy, expansion of gunshot detection installations in schools, campuses, and public venues, development of mobile integration platforms enabling real-time alerts for responders, growth in camera integration modules enhancing visual confirmation of gunfire events.

The gunshot detection system market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.42 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.9%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing use of ai-based false-alarm filtering improving detection reliability, rising adoption of incident mapping and analytics tools for law-enforcement decision support, expansion of smart-city security projects incorporating gunshot detection capabilities, increasing demand for scalable systems for large public infrastructures and transportation hubs, development of integrated multi-sensor platforms combining acoustic, optical, and infrared detection for enhanced precision. Major trends in the forecast period include advancements in real-time acoustic triangulation accuracy, integration of gunshot detection with city-wide surveillance platforms, rising demand for mobile, soldier-mounted detection systems, increased adoption of indoor gunshot detection solutions in commercial buildings, development of hybrid detection systems to reduce false alarms.

The rise in gun-related incidents is expected to propel the growth of the gunshot detection system market going forward. Gun-related incidents refer to events involving the use, possession, or discharge of firearms, including crimes such as shootings, armed assaults, and offenses involving imitation weapons. Gun-related incidents are increasing due to the growing availability of firearms, which makes it easier for individuals to access and misuse them in criminal activities. Gunshot detection systems are useful for gun-related incidents as they enable rapid identification and location of gunfire, allowing law enforcement to respond quickly, improve public safety, and potentially prevent further violence. For instance, in September 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics, a UK-based government department, firearm-related offenses rose by 6% to 6,447 in the year ending March 2024, up from 6,060 in the previous year, primarily driven by a 23% increase in offenses involving imitation firearms. Therefore, the rise in gun-related incidents is driving the growth of the gunshot detection system market.

Major players in the gunshot detection system market are increasingly investing in the development of advanced software-based detection solutions to improve precision, minimize false alarms, and accelerate alert notifications. These systems leverage sophisticated algorithms, artificial intelligence (AI), and machine learning to process and analyze acoustic data to identify gunshots. For example, in April 2025, SignalQ, a US-based tech company, introduced SignalQ V1.0, a software-centric gunshot detection solution that functions on existing infrastructure such as smartphones and networked devices. This eliminates the reliance on dedicated sensor hardware. Utilizing real-time audio processing and edge computing, the system delivers accurate alerts with detailed timing and location to first responders. Originally refined through extensive field testing with the U.S. Army, it provides military-level precision and is optimized for affordable, scalable implementation in urban areas, schools, and public environments.

In August 2023, SoundThinking, Inc., a U.S.-based security solutions provider, completed the acquisition of SafePointe LLC for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition allowed SoundThinking to extend its gunshot detection offerings into indoor environments, complementing its existing outdoor capabilities and enhancing its comprehensive public safety technology portfolio. SafePointe LLC, also based in the U.S., is known for its expertise in providing gunshot detection systems.

Major companies operating in the gunshot detection system market are Raytheon Technologies Corporation, The Boeing Company, Thales S.A., Rheinmetall AG, ArianeGroup SAS, ASELSAN A.S., QinetiQ Group plc, ACOEM Group, Safety Dynamics Inc., V5 Systems Inc., AmberBox Inc., Databuoy Corporation, Louroe Electronics Inc., Microflown AVISA B.V., Omnilert LLC, Response Technologies, Shooter Detection Systems LLC, Sound Thinking, SST Inc., EAGL Technology Inc.

North America was the largest region in the gunshot detection system market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the gunshot detection system market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on electronic components, sensors, and communication modules are increasing production costs and slowing deployment of gunshot detection systems, especially for acoustic sensors and multi-sensor platforms that rely heavily on imported microelectronics. Outdoor and fixed installations are most affected, with notable impact across North America and Asia-Pacific where integration hardware is sourced internationally. Military and defense segments also face procurement delays, although some regions benefit from tariff-driven incentives for domestic manufacturing and localized supply chains, supporting long-term resilience and technology innovation.

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A gunshot detection system refers to a technology-driven setup created to automatically recognize, pinpoint, and notify authorities about the occurrence of gunfire. These systems utilize a network of acoustic sensors, and sometimes integrate infrared or optical sensors, to detect the distinct acoustic signature of a gunshot, identify its precise location in real time, and relay this information to emergency services for quicker and more efficient incident response.

The primary product categories within gunshot detection systems include acoustic systems, optical systems, radar systems, and multi-sensor systems. Acoustic systems are technologies that detect and determine the origin of gunshots by analyzing the sound waves produced by firearm discharges. These systems can be installed in various configurations, including fixed locations, soldier-mounted units, and vehicle-based setups. The systems are applicable in both indoor and outdoor environments and serve a wide range of end users such as commercial enterprises, military and defense sectors, law enforcement bodies, and others.

The countries covered in the gunshot detection system market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The gunshot detection system market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services, such as real-time location tracking, instant alerts to law enforcement, incident mapping and visualization, automated documentation, and false alarm filtering. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The gunshot detection system market also includes sales of acoustic sensors, centralized detection software, alert notification systems, mobile integration platforms, and camera integration modules. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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