Nevada Unites with Alabama and New Mexico in Leading US States for Reported Partner Violence During Major Holidays

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Nevada, Alabama and New Mexico lead US states for reported partner violence during major holidays, according to a new Dellino Family Law analysis. Examining four major holidays in 2025, the study identifies significant differences in reported incidents across 32 eligible states, raising important questions about public safety and seasonal awareness.

Nevada Records Highest Holiday Partner Violence Rate as US States Show Significant Differences

Nevada recorded the highest reported partner assault and intimidation rate across four major holidays in 2025, followed by Alabama, New Mexico and Tennessee, according to a new state-level analysis by Dellino Family Law. The findings highlight considerable differences in reported incidents across the United States, providing fresh insights into public safety ahead of the 2026 holiday season.

The research examined FBI crime data covering 32 states that met the study’s reporting requirements. Nevada recorded 9.434 incidents per 100,000 covered residents, compared with 7.137 in Alabama and 6.548 in New Mexico.

The findings offer a useful perspective for residents, domestic travellers, hospitality businesses and tourism stakeholders preparing for major seasonal celebrations. However, the figures represent reported incidents rather than a comprehensive assessment of visitor safety.

Nevada and Alabama Record Highest Reported Rates

Nevada emerged as the highest-ranked state, recording 9.434 incidents per 100,000 covered residents. Its participating law enforcement agencies represented 99.5% of the state’s population, providing particularly extensive reporting coverage.

Alabama followed with 7.137 incidents per 100,000, while New Mexico ranked third at 6.548.

Tennessee recorded 6.544, placing it fourth, just 0.004 incidents per 100,000 behind New Mexico. South Carolina completed the five highest-ranked states with 6.064.

The narrow differences between several states demonstrate why small variations in reported rates should be interpreted carefully.

Top 10 US States for Reported Partner Violence During Major Holidays

Source: Dellino Family Law analysis of FBI-reported crime data for four major holidays in 2025. Rates reflect covered populations, not necessarily all residents.

Michigan and Massachusetts Among Lowest-Ranked States

At the opposite end of the comparison, Michigan recorded the lowest reported rate at 2.536 incidents per 100,000 covered residents.

Massachusetts followed at 3.034, narrowly below Utah at 3.035. Minnesota recorded 3.176, while Washington registered 3.212.

The difference between Nevada and Michigan reached 6.898 incidents per 100,000, demonstrating substantial geographic variation.

However, lower overall rates do not necessarily mean individual holidays experienced no increases.

Washington, for example, recorded a New Year’s Day rate 74.3% above comparable non-holiday days, despite ranking 28th among the 32 eligible states overall.

What the Findings Mean for Holiday Travel and Tourism

The research arrives as the United States approaches Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s celebrations, when domestic travel, family gatherings and hospitality activity attract increased attention.

For tourism businesses, the findings reinforce the importance of responsible visitor information, accessible support services and effective emergency-response procedures.

Hotels, holiday accommodation providers and transport operators can contribute by ensuring staff understand how to respond appropriately when guests disclose safety concerns.

Nevertheless, the analysis does not establish that tourists face higher risks in the states identified. Partner violence frequently involves existing personal relationships, and these figures should not be interpreted as destination-specific tourist crime rates.

FBI Data Provides Important Context for Public Safety

The study draws on full-year 2025 FBI crime statistics released in August 2026, allowing researchers to examine reported incidents across comparable holiday periods.

Population coverage exceeded 84% in every top-10 state, although reporting completeness and local practices can influence comparisons.

Importantly, the analysis does not identify the underlying causes of differences between states. Unreported incidents, demographic factors, policing procedures and reporting behaviour may affect observed results.

The figures therefore provide a comparative statistical picture rather than a definitive measure of the prevalence of partner violence.

Responsible Safety Planning Remains Essential

As the 2026 holiday season approaches, the research highlights opportunities for stronger public awareness and coordinated community support.

Tourism organisations can reinforce established safety procedures while avoiding misleading assumptions about individual destinations.

For policymakers, law enforcement agencies and community organisations, the findings offer another reference point for understanding reported holiday-related incidents.

Ultimately, reliable information, effective support networks and responsible communication remain essential to protecting residents and visitors during busy holiday periods.

The Dellino Family Law findings reveal substantial differences in reported holiday partner violence across eligible US states, with Nevada recording the highest rate and Michigan the lowest. As seasonal travel approaches, responsible safety communication, stronger community support and careful interpretation of crime statistics can help promote more informed public awareness.