Oregon — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Oregon (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
26,123
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Cancer
Causes of Death in Oregon
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cancer | 8,083 | N/A | 154.2 |
| 2 | Heart disease | 6,942 | N/A | 134.0 |
| 3 | CLRD | 2,088 | N/A | 39.7 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 2,076 | N/A | 44.8 |
| 5 | Stroke | 2,066 | N/A | 39.9 |
| 6 | Alzheimer's disease | 1,850 | N/A | 36.0 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 1,243 | N/A | 23.9 |
| 8 | Suicide | 825 | N/A | 19.0 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 573 | N/A | 11.1 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 377 | N/A | 7.3 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.