Sanctuary States 2025

No
39
Yes
12
  • It is possible for a non-sanctuary state to contain sanctuary cities. For example, Alexandria, VA; Memphis, TN; Pittsburgh, PA; and Raleigh, NC are all considered sanctuary cities despite the fact that the states in which they are located are not sanctuary states.
  • New Mexico and Rhode Island are considered sanctuary states by some sources and not by others. They are included here because both have legally declared the state will not honor an ICE detention request without an accompanying warrant.