Alaska — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Alaska (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
3,118
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Cancer
Causes of Death in Alaska
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cancer | 926 | N/A | 139.2 |
| 2 | Heart disease | 814 | N/A | 135.0 |
| 3 | Unintentional injuries | 436 | N/A | 63.7 |
| 4 | CLRD | 204 | N/A | 35.9 |
| 5 | Suicide | 200 | N/A | 27.0 |
| 6 | Stroke | 190 | N/A | 35.1 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 130 | N/A | 19.3 |
| 8 | Alzheimer's disease | 98 | N/A | 22.1 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 66 | N/A | 11.7 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 54 | N/A | 9.9 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.