In 2024, the number of concealed carry permits (CPLs) in Washington rose by 6,000 from 2023.

In the first 7 months of 2025, the increase in CPL has jumped almost 14,000, according to state data reported by the Washington State Standard.

The data shows there are 713,195 active concealed pistol licenses, or approximately 1 for every 11 residents, as of August 1, 2025

And residents of Grant and Douglas counties have made a significant increase in applications so far this year, landing both among the top 20 in Washington state for new licenses.

Grant County has experienced the biggest percentage increase in licensees statewide. The numbers went down in ten Washington counties.

The increase comes as additional gun control measures passed in the Washington State Legislature take effect next

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