Nebraska — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Nebraska (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
12,045
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Heart disease
Causes of Death in Nebraska
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart disease | 3,581 | N/A | 149.3 |
| 2 | Cancer | 3,502 | N/A | 152.6 |
| 3 | CLRD | 1,224 | N/A | 52.6 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 811 | N/A | 38.5 |
| 5 | Stroke | 760 | N/A | 31.5 |
| 6 | Alzheimer's disease | 698 | N/A | 28.5 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 575 | N/A | 25.0 |
| 8 | Influenza and pneumonia | 393 | N/A | 16.2 |
| 9 | Suicide | 275 | N/A | 14.7 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 226 | N/A | 9.5 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.