El Salvador has reached one of the lowest homicide rates in the world, marking a historic achievement in public safety. According to official government data, the country’s homicide rate has fallen from 103 per 100,000 inhabitants in 2015 to just 1 per 100,000 this year.
This unprecedented decline reflects the sustained security strategy implemented under President Nayib Bukele’s administration, which has transformed El Salvador from one of the most violent countries in the world into one of the safest in the Western Hemisphere.
The reduction in homicides has been recognized internationally as a remarkable turnaround, positioning El Salvador as a regional model for effective crime prevention and public security policies.
Authorities affirm that these results are part of a long-term commitment to maintain peace, protect citizens, and promote economic and social development across the nation.