Sexual violence is a pervasive and deeply unsettling reality that affects millions of lives across the United States. The statistics paint a grim picture: according to the CDC’s 2023/2024 National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, 45.1% of women have experienced some form of contact sexual violence during their lifetime, 21.0% of women have experienced completed or attempted rape, and 16.9% of men have experienced contact sexual violence.
There is sheer horror behind these statistics. Too many innocent people whose lives have been altered by this evil. Our lawyers are always focused on remembering that every percentage point represents countless stories of human suffering.
This page will provide the most recent data and statistics on the incidence rates for child sexual abuse in the United States. These statistics are current as of September 2026 and are drawn from a collection of sources including government agencies and various non-profit organizations.












