Minimum Age To Buy A Gun

Cassandra McBride, "How Old Do You Have to be to Buy a Gun: A State Guide 2026"

How old do you have to be to buy a gun?

That is a question that pops up all the time, especially by those who are in the 18 to 21 age range.

Ammo.com posted a state guide that answers that question.

They begin with:

Report Highlights: Federal law states that eligible citizens must be over 21 to purchase a handgun and over 18 to purchase a long gun; however, state laws vary regarding private purchases.

 For more details state-by-state, go here.