GITNUXREPORT 2025

Kitchen Fire Statistics

Kitchen fires cause half of all home fires in the U.S.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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Kitchen fires account for approximately 50% of all home fires in the United States

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Key Highlights

  • Kitchen fires account for approximately 50% of all home fires in the United States

Did you know that your kitchen could be the most dangerous room in your house, as it accounts for nearly half of all home fires in the United States?

Cooking-Related Fire Risks

  • Kitchen fires account for approximately 50% of all home fires in the United States

Cooking-Related Fire Risks Interpretation

With kitchen fires making up roughly half of all home blazes in the U.S., it's clear that the heart of the home can also be its hottest—reminding us that vigilance in the kitchen is vital for safety.