STATISTICS

218,568 survivors have been identified through The National Human Trafficking hotline since it was formed in 2007.

In 2024 the hotline identified 21,865 potential victims - 8,024 survivors and victims reached out directly for help.

 Among victims identified through hotline reports in 2024.

2,666 were minors. 

 The average trafficking situation lasts approximately 15.4 months before a victim escapes, is identified, or receives assistance.  

Economic vulnerability, homelessness, foster care involvement, prior abuse, and poverty are among the factors most commonly associated with increased trafficking risk.

Access to stable employment and financial independence is considered one of the most important factors in reducing the risk of re-exploitation among survivors. 

This is often why survivor employment programs are a major focus of anti-trafficking nonprofits.

  While trafficking occurs in communities of every size, these cities often see higher numbers of reported cases, underscoring the widespread nature of this crime and the need for continued awareness, prevention and survivor support nationwide. 

Houston, Texas

Los Angeles, California

New York

Washington, DC

Chicago, Illinois

Las Vegas, Nevada

Atlanta, Georgia

Miami & Orlando, Florida

Dallas, Texas

Columbus, Ohio

San Diego, California

 Human trafficking is not limited to sex trafficking. 

In 2024, labor trafficking was reported in industries including: 

- Domestic work: 20% 

- Restaurant/Food Service: 9% 

- Construction: 8% 

- Agriculture: 6%  

Human trafficking has been reported in all 50 states, Washington D.C., Tribal lands and U.S. territories

 On a global scale, an estimated 27.6 million people are currently trapped in situations of human trafficking. This staggering figure reflects the widespread reach of modern slavery across countries, industries and communities worldwide. This statistic highlights the urgent need for continued prevention efforts, survivor support and coordinated global action. 

• 71% of trafficking survivors report depression.  

• 61% experience PTSD.  

• 40–48% report significant anxiety symptoms.  

• 54% of female survivors met criteria for a mood or anxiety disorder six months after exiting trafficking.  

• 95% reported feeling depressed or very sad and 76% reported feeling hopeless about the future in one survivor study.  

• 63% of survivors in one study reported memory loss related to their trauma.