Executions and new death sentences over time, 1972-2025

Over the past 20 years, both the number of new death sentences and executions have declined. With 41 executions so far in 2025, this year marks the highest total since 2012.

Map as of Nov. 4, 2025. Totals for 2025 are not final and may change. The Death Penalty Information Center does not have records of executions from 1972-1975.
Chart: Amanda Watford/StatelineSource: Death Penalty Information Center, independent research by Corinna LainGet the data Created with Datawrapper