Georgia — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Georgia (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
60,932
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Georgia
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 18,389 | N/A | 175.8 |
| 2 | Cancer | 17,135 | N/A | 154.9 |
| 3 | CLRD | 4,866 | N/A | 46.2 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 4,712 | N/A | 45.2 |
| 5 | Stroke | 4,399 | N/A | 43.5 |
| 6 | Alzheimer's disease | 4,290 | N/A | 46.0 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 2,348 | N/A | 21.5 |
| 8 | Kidney disease | 1,942 | N/A | 18.6 |
| 9 | Suicide | 1,451 | N/A | 13.6 |
| 10 | Influenza and pneumonia | 1,400 | N/A | 13.8 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.