Homicide rate in Russia 1990-2022

The homicide rate in Russia reached 3.7 homicides per 100 thousand population in 2022. The indicator has declined steadily since 2002, when it was measured at 30.7 murders per 100 thousand inhabitants. Over the years observed, the highest rate was recorded at 32.6 homicides per 100 thousand persons in 1994.

Homicide in Russia

The significant decrease in intentional homicides characterizes the general reduction in crime in Russia since the 1990s. However, murder remains one of the major causes of death in the country. In total, over seven thousand homicides and attempted homicides were recorded in Russia in 2021.

Victims of homicide

The number of male victims of homicide per 100 thousand inhabitants in Russia was approximately three times higher than the murder rate of women. The UN study showed that while most people who were killed around the globe were men, women were most likely to be murdered by their partners, ex-partners, or family members.