Washington — Mortality Statistics
Leading causes of death in Washington (2017), ranked by number of deaths. Source: CDC WONDER Underlying Cause of Death.
Total Deaths (2017)
42,205
Causes Tracked
10
Leading Cause
Cancer
Causes of Death in Washington
| # | Cause | Deaths | Crude Rate | Age-Adjusted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cancer | 12,664 | N/A | 148.4 |
| 2 | Heart disease | 11,582 | N/A | 138.8 |
| 3 | Alzheimer's disease | 3,710 | N/A | 46.0 |
| 4 | Unintentional injuries | 3,455 | N/A | 44.0 |
| 5 | CLRD | 3,177 | N/A | 38.1 |
| 6 | Stroke | 3,028 | N/A | 36.9 |
| 7 | Diabetes | 1,812 | N/A | 21.6 |
| 8 | Suicide | 1,297 | N/A | 16.9 |
| 9 | Influenza and pneumonia | 1,041 | N/A | 12.6 |
| 10 | Kidney disease | 439 | N/A | 5.3 |
Rates are per 100,000 population. Age-adjusted rates use the year 2000 US standard population. Source: CDC WONDER, Underlying Cause of Death.